Atletico Madrid’s Stunning Comeback Win Over Sevilla

A Second-Half Double from Antoine Griezmann Earns Atletico a 4-3 Victory

Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann celebrates after scoring during their LaLiga match against Sevilla FC in Madrid on Sunday. (EPA Images pic)

Atletico Madrid made a dominant start at home, with Griezmann hitting the crossbar before Rodrigo De Paul opened the scoring in the 10th minute, hammering a rocket from the edge of the box and into the top corner.

Sevilla’s Quick Response

Sevilla’s Dodi Lukebakio equalised just two minutes later with a powerful low strike following a corner before Isaac Romero put them ahead after a quick counterattack in the 32nd minute, shooting across goalkeeper Jan Oblak, who could only get a finger to the ball.

Atletico’s Struggle to Level the Score

Atletico thought they had levelled the score just before halftime when Julian Alvarez put the ball in the net from a De Paul pass, but the VAR disallowed the Argentine striker’s goal for an offside in the build-up.

Griezmann’s Heroics

Juanlu Sanchez then extended the visitors’ advantage in the 57th minute with a close-range finish off Kike Salas’s second assist of the game before Griezmann pulled one back for Atletico five minutes later. Substitute Samuel Lino struck from long range to beat Sevilla keeper Alvaro Fernandez, who had pulled off some key saves but could not prevent the Brazilian’s first goal of the season.

The Winning Goal

Griezmann found the net again four minutes into stoppage time to seal the victory that left Atletico third in the standings with 35 points, one behind Real Madrid and three shy of leaders Barcelona.

Post-Match Reaction

“We are doing well. We struggled to get back into the game. Sevilla had two chances and scored two goals,” Griezmann told Movistar.

“We are a united group, we all are on the same path. It’s the way forward to dream big. We will try to win everything. There will be difficult moments but we have to keep fighting.”

Sevilla’s Disappointment

Sevilla, who came close to their first win away to Atletico since 2008, remain 13th on 19 points.

“We conceded too much. It slipped away from us. The draw wasn’t even bad. It is painful,” Sevilla’s Fernandez said.

“But we know that Atletico are the fittest team in LaLiga, so we are very proud.”

Conclusion

Atletico Madrid’s stunning comeback win over Sevilla is a testament to their determination and fighting spirit. With Griezmann’s heroics and the team’s never-say-die attitude, they were able to turn the game around and secure a crucial victory.

FAQs

Q: What was the final score in the match?
A: Atletico Madrid won 4-3 against Sevilla FC.

Q: Who scored the winning goal for Atletico Madrid?
A: Antoine Griezmann scored the winning goal in the 94th minute.

Q: What is Atletico Madrid’s current position in the LaLiga standings?
A: Atletico Madrid is currently third in the LaLiga standings with 35 points.

Q: What is Sevilla’s current position in the LaLiga standings?
A: Sevilla is currently 13th in the LaLiga standings with 19 points.