Atlético Madrid 1-1 Celta Vigo: Sørloth Rescues Point After Early Red Card

Atlético Madrid 1-1 Celta Vigo: Sørloth Rescues Point After Early Red Card

February 15, 2025
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THE GUARDIAN

THE GUARDIAN

Sports Journalist

Atlético Madrid battled to a 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo despite playing nearly the entire match with ten men.

Pablo Barrios received a straight red card in the 8th minute for a reckless challenge.

Celta Vigo took the lead in the 23rd minute through Iago Aspas, who converted a precise through ball from Denis Suárez.

Atlético fought back valiantly, and Alexander Sørloth equalized in the 74th minute with a well-timed header from a Yannick Carrasco cross.

The result leaves Atlético in a tight race for Champions League qualification..

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# La Liga
# Atlético Madrid
# Celta Vigo
# Alexander Sørloth