Overview

• Álvarez was withdrawn around the 62nd minute and was heard saying “siempre a mí” as he reached the bench.
• His replacement, Alexander Sorloth, was sent off in the 72nd minute, further undermining Atlético’s control of the match.
• Post-match, Diego Simeone called Álvarez the team’s best offensive player but said he needed to keep him in optimal condition and sought a different attacking option.
• The draw leaves Atlético with 6 points from 15, nine behind league leader Real Madrid in the early standings.
• Across five league outings, Álvarez has completed only one full match and has one goal and one assist.