Atletico Madrid Edges Past Getafe in La Liga Clash

Atletico Madrid clinched a hard-fought 1-0 win against Getafe in the 17th round of La Liga at the Civitas Metropolitano Stadium. The lone goal came in the 69th minute, courtesy of Alexander Sorloth.

This victory marks Atletico’s 11th consecutive win across all competitions, propelling them to second place in La Liga with 38 points. They have now overtaken Real Madrid, who sit at 37 points following their 3-3 draw with Rayo Vallecano earlier in the round.

The win solidifies Atletico’s position as strong contenders in the league, while Getafe remains in 15th place with 16 points, struggling to climb up the table.

The match showcased Atletico’s defensive prowess and ability to grind out results, a hallmark of Diego Simeone’s coaching style. Getafe, despite their efforts, couldn’t break through Atletico’s solid backline.

This result sets the stage for an exciting title race in La Liga, with Atletico Madrid firmly in the mix alongside other top contenders.