Álvarez scores as Atlético Madrid edges Deportivo 1-0 in LaLiga
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:38 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Julián Álvarez netted his first LaLiga goal in eight months, leading Atlético Madrid to a 1-0 victory over Deportivo on October 24, 2026. The match was marked by Álvarez's close-range finish early in the second half, helping Atleti climb within two points of league leaders Barcelona. Atlético controlled the match despite initially facing pressure from Deportivo. Solid saves from Jan Oblak ensured the win, extending Atlético's unbeaten run to eight matches. They now prepare for a key rivalry match against Barcelona, who face Real Madrid in their upcoming Clásico.
- •Atlético Madrid wins 1-0 against Deportivo.
- •Álvarez scores in his first league start of the season.
- •Jan Oblak made several crucial saves during the match.
- •Atlético remains unbeaten in their last eight matches.
- •Next match features Barcelona against Real Madrid in the Clásico.
- 10:31 PMESPN Soccer — Álvarez's 1st LaLiga home goal in 11 months sees Atleti close gap to Barça
"Julián Álvarez scored his first LaLiga goal in eight months as Atlético Madrid beat Deportivo 1-0 to climb to within two points of leaders Barcelona.
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