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Atletico Madrid Snatches 1-1 Draw against Real Madrid in LaLiga Derbi

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Atletico Madrid's Argentine forward Angel Correa scored a stunning 95th-minute equalizer to snatch a point against Spanish champions Real Madrid in a thrilling LaLiga derby on Sunday. The match was suspended for around 15 minutes due to fan disturbances, with Atletico midfielder Marcos Llorente sent off at the death. Real Madrid, without injured star striker Kylian Mbappe, dominated the game, taking the lead through Eder Militao's goal in the 64th minute. However, Atletico's late strike ensured they remained third in the LaLiga table, while Real Madrid moved three points behind leaders Barcelona.

Key Takeaways:

  • Angel Correa scored a 95th-minute equalizer to snatch a point for Atletico Madrid against Real Madrid in a LaLiga derby.
  • The match was suspended for around 15 minutes due to fan disturbances, with Atletico midfielder Marcos Llorente sent off at the death.
  • Real Madrid took the lead through Eder Militao's goal in the 64th minute, with the Brazilian defender scoring after Vinicius Junior's cross drifted all the way to the back post, where he hammered home with the aid of a deflection off Llorente.
  • The suspension was caused by Atletico fans throwing lighters and other objects at Real Madrid players, including Thibaut Courtois.
  • Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone, captain Koke, and defender Jose Maria Gimenez tried to calm the situation by talking to fans behind Real Madrid's goal.
  • Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the referee's decision to stop the game and restart it, saying it was "correctly done."

Statistics:

  • Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti was left with mixed emotions after conceding an equalizer in the 95th minute, acknowledging that the opponent "is very strong."
  • The match was Atletico Madrid's first home draw in 21 league games, with their last draw coming on October 3, 2022.
  • Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti praised his team's performance, saying they were "very close to winning" but acknowledged that "this can happen."
  • Angel Correa's late equalizer put Atletico Madrid third in the LaLiga table, one point behind Real Madrid, who moved three points behind leaders Barcelona.
  • Real Madrid failed to win their 15th consecutive league game, with their last loss coming over a year ago at Atletico Madrid on December 14, 2021.
  • The match marked Atletico Madrid's 13th draw in 21 home games this season.

Sources:

  • The New Nation
  • HT Digital Content Services

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