Atletico Madrid Edges Celta Vigo 1-0

Julian Alvarez scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner, giving Atletico Madrid a 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo in La Liga, lifting them to third place with 15 points. Despite a lackluster performance with no shots in the first half, Atletico capitalized late, thanks to a pinpoint cross from Antoine Griezmann. Celta Vigo had several chances, but Atletico's goalkeeper Jan Oblak made key saves to keep the game level. Coach Diego Simeone acknowledged the team's offensive struggles but praised the impact of substitutes, including Alvarez. Earlier in the day, Villarreal secured a 2-1 win against Espanyol, with Ayoze Perez scoring twice, while Real Betis could only manage a 1-1 draw. Atletico now prepares for a crucial derby against Real Madrid, sitting two points behind them and six behind league leaders Barcelona.