Overview

• Giuliano Simeone put Atlético ahead in the 7th minute before Carlos Vicente equalized from the penalty spot after Alexander Sørloth fouled Nahuel Tenaglia.
• Antoine Griezmann’s introduction shifted the momentum toward the visitors, capped by a shot that struck the post during sustained pressure.
• Alavés goalkeeper Antonio Sivera produced key stops, including a close-range save from Sørloth, to preserve the draw.
• The match featured a nine-minute halt for a medical emergency in the stands, and the referee added 15 minutes of stoppage time.
• The result leaves Atlético without a league win after three rounds in what reports describe as their poorest start since 2009, while Alavés reached four points.