Atletico Madrid Cruises Past Elche in Copa del Rey Round of 16

Atletico Madrid delivered a commanding performance to defeat Elche 4-0 in their Copa del Rey Round of 16 clash at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero. The visitors demonstrated their superiority throughout the match, securing a spot in the quarter-finals.

Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth was the star of the first half, netting twice to give Atletico a comfortable lead. Rodrigo Riquelme and Julian Alvarez added to the tally in the second period, rounding out a comprehensive victory for Diego Simeone’s side.

Elche’s chances of mounting a comeback were dealt a severe blow in the 58th minute when defender Nicolas Fernandez Mercau was shown a red card, reducing the hosts to 10 men.

With this emphatic win, Atletico Madrid advances to the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey. Their next opponent in the competition will be determined through a draw.