Atlético Madrid advanced to the second round of the Copa del Rey with a 2-0 victory over UE Vic on 31 October 2024. The game remained scoreless through most of the match, with Atlético struggling to break down Vic’s resistance in the first half Softfootball reports.
The breakthrough came in the 81st minute when Julián Álvarez converted a penalty to put the visitors ahead. Less than ten minutes later, Álvarez doubled the lead with a close-range strike, sealing a comfortable victory for Diego Simeone’s side.
Vic’s evening turned even more challenging when Alfons Senye Palacios received a red card in the 80th minute, leaving the hosts with ten men for the closing stages.
Atlético Madrid made multiple substitutions, introducing Thomas Lemar, Koke, Javi Galán, Antoine Griezmann, and Julián Álvarez during the match, ensuring fresh legs for the late decisive moments.
With this win, Atlético Madrid progress to the second round of the Copa del Rey, demonstrating resilience and clinical finishing late in the game. Julián Álvarez’s brace will be remembered as the defining contribution of the night.
