Nico Gonzalez not enough, Atletico Madrid defeated by Elche

2026-04-22 23:48:15 / SPORT ALFA PRESS

Nico Gonzalez not enough, Atletico Madrid defeated by Elche

In a match filled with emotions and strong twists, Atletico Madrid was defeated 3-2 by Elche, as part of the 33rd week of La Liga.

The Madrid team started the match in ideal fashion, taking the lead in the 10th minute through Nicolás González. However, the home team's reaction was quick, as in the 18th minute David Avengrober restored the balance.

A key moment that significantly influenced the course of the match occurred in the 31st minute, when Thiago Almada was sent off, leaving Atletico with one less player.

Elche immediately took advantage of the numerical advantage and in the 33rd minute took the lead again thanks to a penalty taken by André Silva. But the celebration was short-lived, as just a minute later, in the 34th, Nicolás González equalized again for the capital team.

In the second half, the home team managed to seal the victory. It was André Silva again who found the net in the 75th minute, giving Elche an important triumph.

After this victory, Elche climbs to 35 points, ranking in 15th place, while Atletico Madrid remains in fourth place with 57 points.

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