In a gripping encounter on December 5, 2024, Atlético de Madrid faced off against Cacereño in the Copa del Rey. After a challenging start, Atlético managed to edge out a victory with a 3-1 scoreline, showcasing their resilience and determination on the pitch. Cacereño opened the scoring with a goal from Dani Vega in the 31st minute, sending waves of excitement through their home crowd. However, Atlético responded swiftly; Álvaro Morata equalized just nine minutes later, demonstrating the team’s fighting spirit. The turning point arrived when Antoine Griezmann scored the decisive goal in the 81st minute, followed closely by a third goal from Samuel Lino in the 85th minute, sealing the match for Atlético. Coach Diego Simeone praised his team’s ability to adapt, stating, ‘We knew it was going to be a difficult match, but we showed character to turn it around and secure our place in the next round.’ With this victory, Atlético de Madrid advances to the next round of the Copa del Rey, while Cacereño leaves the tournament with their heads held high.
Atlético de Madrid Overcomes Cacereño in Thrilling Copa del Rey Match
