LaLiga: Atletico Madrid Edge Past Real Sociedad in Thrilling Encounter
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| Gonzalez brace leads Atleti to victory |
Atletico Madrid remain unbeaten in last 13 LaLiga head-to-heads with win over Real Sociedad. Nicolas Gonzalez scores twice as Atletico Madrid overcome Real Sociedad 3-2 in frenetic LaLiga clash.
Real Sociedad quickly turned the tables, with Carlos Soler equalizing just a few minutes after Atletico Madrid's opener...
Nicolas Gonzalez scored a brace to lead Atletico Madrid to a thrilling 3-2 win over Real Sociedad in LaLiga. The match was filled with twists and turns, with Alexander Sorloth opening the scoring for Atletico Madrid in the fifth minute against his former club.
Atletico Madrid's victory keeps them unbeaten in their last 13 LaLiga head-to-heads against Real Sociedad, with eight wins and five draws. Real Sociedad, on the other hand, have only managed three away wins this season. The win is significant for Atletico Madrid as they prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League.
The match was a dress rehearsal for the Copa del Rey final between the two teams, which is scheduled to take place in April. Gonzalez's goals, including a header from a Matteo Ruggieri cross, sealed the win for Atletico Madrid. Antoine Griezmann's impact was also felt, as he set up one of Gonzalez's goals with a clever backheel.
Real Sociedad quickly turned the tables, with Carlos Soler equalizing just a few minutes after Atletico Madrid's opener, firing a precision left-footed shot into the top corner.
The game remained intense, with both teams creating half-chances but struggling to capitalize. Yangel Herrera's sloppy passing almost gifted Atletico Madrid an opportunity, but they couldn't quite take advantage, allowing Real Sociedad to stay in the game.
Ademola Lookman was a constant threat to Real Sociedad's defense, and Giuliano Simeone's pressure kept them on their toes, though Atletico Madrid struggled to convert their chances.
At the other end, Orri Oskarsson was quiet, while Luka Sucic's impressive stoppage-time run and shot deserved a goal, but Real Sociedad's 1-1 halftime score flattered them.
Alex Remiro's ball-juggling skills almost gave Real Sociedad a headache early in the second half. This prompted Diego Simeone to make a triple substitution to inject some fresh energy into Atletico Madrid's game before the hour mark.
The visitors, Real Sociedad, responded with their own pair of substitutions, bringing on Goncalo Guedes and Mikel Oyarzabal, who immediately posed a threat to Atletico Madrid's defense. Alexander Sorloth had a close-range effort fly just over the bar as Atletico Madrid pushed hard for a goal. Meanwhile, Nico Gonzalez had a surprising miss from just 10 yards out, leaving fans wondering what could've been.
Giuliano Simeone quickly atoned for his earlier miss, scoring off Antoine Griezmann's sublime back-heel assist with a precise side-foot finish.
But Real Sociedad's hopes were reignited just two minutes later, as Oyarzabal's powerful strike flew into the top corner, restoring parity. The drama continued, and with 10 minutes to play, Nicolas Gonzalez headed Atletico Madrid back in front from the penalty spot.
FT: #AtletiRealSociedad 3-2
— LALIGA English (@LaLigaEN) March 7, 2026
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Atlético Madrid's win, fueled by Nicolas Gonzalez's late brace, secures them a third consecutive victory, solidifying their third-place position in LaLiga. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad's loss marks their second defeat in 11 top-flight games, with Gonzalez's impact being the turning point in the 3-2 thriller.
Atletico Madrid's Nicolas Gonzalez scores brace in 3-2 win over Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey finalists' LaLiga clash.
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