Match report
Atletico Madrid Defeats Real Sociedad 2-1 in La Liga
Atletico Madrid
2–1
FT
Real Sociedad
May 12, 2021
Atletico Madrid triumphed over Real Sociedad with a 2-1 victory in a thrilling La Liga encounter. Goals from Yannick Carrasco and Ángel Correa put Atletico Madrid in control, although Real Sociedad managed to reduce the deficit through Igor Zubeldia late in the game. This result solidifies Atletico Madrid's position in the league standings, maintaining their fierce competition for the title.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Atletico Madrid 2–1 Real Sociedad
- • Yannick Carrasco scored the first goal in the 16th minute, assisted by Marcos Llorente
- • Ángel Correa extended the lead in the 28th minute, assisted by Luis Suárez
- • Igor Zubeldia scored for Real Sociedad in the 83rd minute, assisted by Martín Merquelanz
Lineups
Atletico Madrid
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 13 J. Oblak (G)
- 15 S. Savić (D)
- 23 K. Trippier (D)
- 18 Felipe (D)
- 22 Hermoso (D)
- 8 Saúl (M)
- 6 Koke (M)
- 21 Y. Carrasco (F)
- 14 Llorente (M)
- 9 L. Suárez (F)
- 10 Á. Correa (F)
Substitutes
- 7 João Félix
- 4 G. Kondogbia
- 12 Renan Lodi
- 5 L. Torreira
- 16 H. Herrera
- 1 I. Grbić
- 2 J. Giménez
- 19 M. Dembélé
- 20 Vitolo
- 24 Š. Vrsaljko
Real Sociedad
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Álex Remiro (G)
- 20 Nacho Monreal (D)
- 2 Zaldúa (D)
- 6 Elustondo (D)
- 15 M. Sagnan (D)
- 14 Jon Guridi (M)
- 36 Martín Zubimendi (M)
- 7 Portu (M)
- 10 Mikel Oyarzabal (M)
- 19 A. Isak (F)
- 22 Barrenetxea (M)
Substitutes
- 25 Jon Bautista
- 28 Roberto López
- 26 Jon Pacheco
- 17 Martín Merquelanz
- 5 Zubeldía
- 21 David Silva
- 18 Gorosabel
- 24 R. Le Normand
- 13 Moyà
- 11 A. Januzaj
- 16 Guevara
- 4 Illarramendi
Timeline
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16' Atletico Madrid Goal · Normal GoalYannick Carrasco · Assist: M. Llorente
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28' Atletico Madrid Goal · Normal GoalÁ. Correa · Assist: Luis Suárez
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46' Real Sociedad subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Isak · On: J. Bautista
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59' Real Sociedad subst · Substitution 2Off: Nacho Monreal · On: R. Lopez
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59' Real Sociedad subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Sagnan · On: Jon Pacheco
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69' Real Sociedad subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Oyarzabal · On: Martín Merquelanz
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69' Real Sociedad subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Elustondo · On: Igor Zubeldia
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73' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 1Off: Á. Correa · On: João Félix
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73' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 2Off: Saúl Ñíguez · On: G. Kondogbia
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81' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 3Off: Luis Suárez · On: Renan Lodi
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83' Real Sociedad Goal · Normal GoalIgor Zubeldia · Assist: Martín Merquelanz
Match Stats
| Stat | Atletico Madrid | Real Sociedad |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 79% | 89% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 14 |
| Corners | 1 | 7 |
| Total Passes | 356 | 657 |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 7 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 3 |
| Possession | 34% | 66% |
| Accurate Passes | 281 | 582 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 12 |
| Saves | 6 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Atletico Madrid took a quick lead in the 16th minute with Yannick Carrasco's goal, which set the tone for the match
- ▸ The second goal by Ángel Correa in the 28th minute was a significant turning point, giving Atletico Madrid a comfortable lead
- ▸ Real Sociedad's substitution strategy in the second half, including the introduction of Martín Merquelanz and Igor Zubeldia, showed their intent to push for a comeback, which almost paid off with a goal in the 83rd minute