Álvarez’s Brace Helps Atlético Madrid Defeat Vic 2-0, Advancing to the Copa del Rey Second Round
Vic vs Atlético Madrid Overview
While many La Liga teams used rotated squads against lower-division opponents, Atlético Madrid’s coach Diego Simeone fielded several regulars. Despite having stars like Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth, and Rodrigo Riquelme on the pitch, Atlético found it hard to break through Vic’s defense.
Under pressure, Simeone introduced Antoine Griezmann, captain Koke, and Julián Álvarez to change the game in the second half. Vic’s Martí Riera missed two key chances on the counterattack before Atlético finally took the lead in the 81st minute with Álvarez converting a penalty after Giuliano Simeone was fouled. Vic’s Alfons Senye was sent off for dissent, and Álvarez sealed the win with his second goal in the 89th minute.
Vic vs Atlético Madrid Stats
Score: Vic vs Atlético Madrid——0 – 2
Goals:
Julián Álvarez scored twice for Atlético Madrid (81′ penalty, 89′).
Team Statistics:
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Shots: Vic 8, Atlético Madrid 16
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Shots on Target: Vic 3, Atlético Madrid 7
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Possession: Vic 18%, Atlético Madrid 82%
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Passes: Vic 154, Atlético Madrid 694
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Pass Accuracy: Vic 54%, Atlético Madrid 89%
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Fouls: Vic 17, Atlético Madrid 8
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Yellow Cards: Vic 2, Atlético Madrid 0
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Red Cards: Vic 1, Atlético Madrid 0
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Offsides: Vic 0, Atlético Madrid 3
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Corners: Vic 0, Atlético Madrid 6
