LaLiga: Atletico Madrid Edge Past Getafe with Late Own Goal
| Simeone's Atletico extend winning streak to five |
Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid extended their winning streak to five matches with a late goal. Getafe's Domingos Duarte scored an unfortunate own goal, handing Atletico Madrid a 1-0
win.
Just when it seemed like the game was heading for a draw, Atletico broke the deadlock in the 82nd minute...
Atletico Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 win over Getafe, thanks to a late own goal by Domingos Duarte in the 82nd minute. This victory marks their fifth consecutive LaLiga win, extending their unbeaten streak to 12 matches.
Diego Simeone's side dominated possession throughout the game but struggled to break down Getafe's defense. The first half was goalless, with Getafe's goalkeeper David Soria making crucial saves to keep Atletico at bay. Substitute Giacomo Raspadori's low cross led to the decisive moment, as Duarte inadvertently backheeled the ball into his own net.
Jose Maria Gimenez's early header had Atletico fans on their feet, but it was saved. Alex Baena's follow-up effort went high and wide, but Getafe weren't done yet. Borja Mayoral had a great chance, but his header was right at Juan Musso in the Atletico goal
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Getafe pushed hard after the break, with Mauro Arambarri's aerial effort flying just wide. The home crowd was getting frustrated, but Atletico started to find their groove.
Just when it seemed like the game was heading for a draw, Atletico broke the deadlock in the 82nd minute. Substitute Giacomo Raspadori's low cross led to an own goal by Domingos Duarte, securing the win for the Rojiblancos.
The tension was palpable until the 82nd minute, when Giacomo Raspadori's cutback proved fatal for Getafe. Domingos Duarte's attempted clearance ended up in his own net, and the Atletico fans went wild. The Getafe defense was left stunned, and the away section erupted in joy.
Atletico's win wasn't pretty, but it was effective. Diego Simeone's team has now won five league games in a row, with just one loss in 11 matches.
Getafe, on the other hand, are struggling. Their second consecutive 1-0 loss has dealt a blow to their European qualification hopes, making it tough to catch up now.

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