Sorloth's Late Strike Secures Atletico Madrid Comeback Over Barcelona

Sorloth's Late Strike Secures Atletico Madrid Comeback Over Barcelona

Sports 23 December 2024 09:00

Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth scored a dramatic injury-time winner as Atletico Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 on Saturday, taking the top spot in the Spanish La Liga standings, CE Report quotes Anadolu Agency

Barcelona struck first at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium, with Pedri finishing off a clever exchange with Gavi. However, a mistake by Marc Casado allowed Atletico's Rodrigo De Paul to equalize in the second half.

In the dying moments, Sorloth capitalized on a quick counterattack to seal the victory for Atletico. The win boosts their points to 41 from 18 matches, ensuring they will end 2024 as league leaders.

Barcelona, with 38 points from 19 matches, now sit second. Real Madrid, in third with 37 points from 17 games, can overtake Barcelona if they beat Sevilla on Sunday.

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