In Matchday 28 of La Liga, Atlético de Madrid secured a narrow victory over Getafe at the Metropolitano Stadium. The only goal of the match came from Nahuel Molina in the 7th minute of the first half.
After a brilliant individual play on the left flank, the midfielder unleashed a long-range shot that left the opposing goalkeeper with no chance. What a fantastic goal!
Diego Simeone’s squad threatened again with a shot from Alexander Sorloth in the 28th minute that struck the woodwork.
Nahuel Molina was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing not only with a goal but also providing 39 key passes and testing the net five times.
In defense, Marc Pubill also made his mark, showcasing strong performances by intercepting three balls.
Under the tactical management of Simeone, Atlético deployed a 3-4-3 formation featuring Juan Musso in goal; with Marc Pubill, José María Giménez, and Clément Lenglet in defense; Nahuel Molina, Obed Vargas, Koke, and Nicolás González in midfield; and Álex Baena, Alexander Sorloth, and Thiago Almada leading the attack.
Meanwhile, José Bordalás’ Getafe opted for a 5-3-2 formation, with David Soria guarding the net; Kiko Femenía, Abdelkabir Abqar, Domingos Duarte, Zaid Romero, and Juan Iglesias forming the back line; Luis Milla, Djené Dakonam, and Mauro Arambarri in midfield; and Luis Vázquez and Martín Satriano up front.
The referee for the match was Miguel Ortiz Arias.
Atlético’s next fixture will be an away game against the Real Madrid, an historic occasion marked by their rivalry in the much-anticipated Madrid Derby. Getafe will be facing Espanyol in their upcoming match.
With this victory, Atlético reaches 57 points, placing them third in the table, while Getafe remains on 35 points, positioned ninth in the league.
Substitutions for Atlético de Madrid
65’ 2H – Marc Pubill was replaced by Giuliano Simeone, Alexander Sorloth by Julián Álvarez, and Thiago Almada by Ademola Lookman.
72’ 2H – Obed Vargas made way for Marcos Llorente and Álex Baena for Antoine Griezmann.
Booked Players for Atlético de Madrid
55’ 2H – Alexander Sorloth (arguing with an opponent), 67’ 2H – Obed Vargas (unsporting behavior), and 73’ 2H – Nahuel Molina (unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Getafe
90’ 2H – Kiko Femenía was substituted for Veljko Birmancevic.
73’ 2H – Luis Vázquez went off for Adrián Liso and Mauro Arambarri for Mario Martín.
82’ 2H – Domingos Duarte was replaced by Diego Rico.
90’ 2H – Luis Milla made way for Javi Muñoz.
Booked Players for Getafe
59’ 2H – Zaid Romero (unsporting behavior), 60’ 2H – José Bordalás (insulting or disapproving the referee), 78’ 2H – Adrián Liso (unsporting behavior), and 85’ 2H – Martín Satriano (unsporting behavior).
Red Card for Getafe
54’ 2H – Abdelkabir Abqar received a direct red card.