There are few positive takeaways from Atlético de Madrid's latest defeat in LaLiga against Getafe, as it was a very poor match for the red-and-whites. Usually, the team led by José Bordalás tends to play that type of game, aiming to minimize mistakes and neutralize their opponents. However, the blue team went further and had the clearest chances, achieving an epic comeback in the final minutes of the match.
In fact, the Atlético team was unable to generate any real danger on David Soria's goal, who didn't have to make any major saves in the 90 minutes. The visitors' goal was scored by Alexander Sorloth thanks to a controversial penalty that sparked some controversy among the fans. The Norwegian, who is not a regular starter for Simeone, added another goal coming off the bench and is already becoming a regular occurrence.
Alexander Sorloth, An Ace Up the Sleeve
At this point in the season, there are few surprises that can be highlighted in the clubs, as there are two months left until the end of the season. At Atlético de Madridthere are already three players who have managed to surpass the 10-goal mark so far, something that few teams in Europe can say. Julián Alvarez is the top scorer of the squad with 22 goals, followed by Antoine Griezmann with 16 and Alexander Sorloth, who already has 14.
The Norwegian striker has scored up to nine goals coming off the bench, seven of them in LaLiga, establishing himself as the best super-sub in the club's history. In terms of the domestic championship alone, he has been able to surpass his teammate Ángel Correa, who had also excelled in this role in recent years. The main challenge for the former Villarreal player is to take advantage of his starting opportunities, as most of the times he has scored have been starting from the bench.
A Grueling Tie
Tomorrow, Atlético de Madrid hosts Real Madrid with the goal of achieving a historic comeback and advancing to the next round of the Champions League. Simeone has followed the same approach throughout the season, giving importance to both the starters and the substitutes who come on in the second half. In this case, it could be a long match, with the possibility of going beyond the 90 minutes of regulation and being decided in extra time.
One of the footballers who will be under the spotlight is Antoine Griezmann, as his start to 2025 is below expectations, receiving criticism. The Frenchman is expected to show his best version on an important night for the red-and-white team, as there are hopes of fighting for the title. The only doubts for Simeone are the players who are physically struggling, as Koke, Clement Lenglet, and Rodrigo de Paul are doubtful to be included in the squad list.