Baena's late goal gives Atlético Madrid win at Espanyol
Álex Baena scored in the 89th minute to give Atlético Madrid a 1-0 La Liga win at Espanyol. The result leaves Atlético two points behind leaders Barcelona.
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What happened
Álex Baena scored in the 89th minute to secure a 1-0 win for Atlético Madrid at Espanyol in La Liga. Atlético were missing Koke and Johnny Cardoso, who were ruled out ahead of the match. The win moved Atlético to two points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona.
Why it matters
The result keeps Atlético in contention with Barcelona at the top of La Liga. Barcelona were scheduled to play later in the same round.
Timeline
- Oct 16, 1:23 PM ET: Koke and Johnny Cardoso were reported out of Atlético Madrid's shorthanded squad for the match at Espanyol.
- Oct 17, 10:44 AM ET: Álex Baena's 89th-minute goal gave Atlético Madrid a 1-0 win at Espanyol, leaving them two points behind Barcelona.
Coverage
- European football: Baena late strike for Atlético puts pressure on Barcelona (The Guardian)
- In-form Atletico scrape late win at Espanyol (Yahoo News)
- RCD Espanyol - Atlético Madrid Live - La Liga: Football Scores & Highlights (tntsports.co.uk)
- Koke, Johnny Cardoso out for shorthanded Atlético at Espanyol (intothecalderon.com)
- Atlético Madrid star misses training ahead of Espanyol clash (Yahoo Sports)
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