Álvarez Inspires Atlético Madrid’s Late 2-1 Win Over Alavés

Atlético Madrid secured a 2-1 victory against Deportivo Alavés in La Liga’s eighth round. Despite Alavés being reduced to 10 men after Ángel Pérez’s red card, Atlético struggled until Julián Álvarez’s impact led to the dismissal. The winning goal came in the 86th minute from Cuti Romero’s header off Baena’s precise cross, lifting Atlético to second place.