Atlético de Madrid achieved a 2-1 victory over Alavés in Vitoria, with goals from Grimaldo and Cuti Romero. The match, which was played at the University of Deusto stadium, was decided in the final minutes of the second half, when young midfielder Cuti Romero scored the winning goal in the 87th minute.
Alavés opened the scoring in the first half with a penalty that gave the Basque team the advantage. Despite the good saves by the Atlético goalkeeper, the penalty goal forced the colchoneros to look for a comeback. After the break, Atlético showed a more fluid and offensive game, with players like Llorente, who despite his position as a right back, became a constant threat on the right wing, and midfielder Le Normand, who was penalized in an attempt to equalize the score.
Grimaldo, who had been stretched thin on defense at the start of the match, stood out in the attacking zone, combining with his teammates and creating several opportunities. His mobility and attacking plays were decisive for the team. For his part, Cuti Romero, who had been a key element in the defense, showed his versatility by going on the attack and scoring the goal that sealed the victory.
The rest of the team had mixed performances. Forward Jonathan David assisted Grimaldo in the first goal and took dangerous shots from the edge, but failed to score. Midfielder Julián Álvarez was important in creating the game and in the expulsion of Ángel Pérez. Defender Hancko and midfielder Sorloth, who made his debut, performed more reservedly, while Norwegian striker Sorloth failed to stand out as expected.
With this victory, Atlético de Madrid maintains its position in the League table, while Alavés remains in the relegation zone. Atlético's next match will be against Real Madrid, where they will seek to continue their positive streak and consolidate their position in the competition.