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Atletico Cruise, Valladolid Face Relegation After Betis Defeat

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Last updated: April 25, 2025 8:21 pm
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Atletico Madrid bounced back from their recent defeat to Las Palmas with a convincing 3-0 victory over city rivals Rayo Vallecano in La Liga. The win, although not enough to revive their dwindling title hopes, showcased Atletico’s dominance in the Madrid derby.

The match kicked off with a bang as Alexander Sorloth opened the scoring for Atletico within the first three minutes, heading in a precise cross from Giuliano Simeone. Despite several chances to extend their lead, including a near miss from Sorloth and a save from Rayo goalkeeper Augusto Batalla, Atletico remained in control.

Rayo Vallecano, however, did not go down without a fight, with Isi Palazon testing Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak with a powerful shot. But Atletico’s Conor Gallagher extended their lead just before halftime, heading in a cross from Rodrigo de Paul.

In the second half, Julian Alvarez sealed the victory for Atletico, slotting in his 15th league goal of the season after a clever pass from Antoine Griezmann. The win solidified Atletico’s dominance in the derby and showcased their attacking prowess.

In another La Liga fixture, Real Betis delivered a crushing 5-1 victory over Real Valladolid, sealing the latter’s relegation back to the Segunda Division. Isco, a former Real Madrid star, was among the scorers for Betis, who climbed into fifth place in the league standings.

The result confirmed a disappointing season for Valladolid, owned by Brazilian legend Ronaldo, who will now face relegation after just one season back in the top flight. Despite their struggles, Valladolid fought hard throughout the season but ultimately fell short in their bid to avoid the drop.

See also  Mbappe powers Madrid to victory with a hat-trick over Valladolid at Zorrilla

In other La Liga matches, Osasuna secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sevilla, while Leganés salvaged a crucial point with a late equalizer against Girona. Leganés, currently 19th in the table, continue to battle against relegation as they aim to secure their place in the top flight for next season.

Overall, the latest La Liga fixtures showcased the competitive nature of the league, with Atletico Madrid and Real Betis emerging as standout performers in their respective matches. As the season draws to a close, the race for European spots and the battle against relegation promises to deliver more thrilling moments in the weeks ahead.

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