Madrid, 2 Mar (ONA): Julian Alvarez scored his 10th league goal of the season to guide Atletico Madrid to a crucial 1-0 victory over Athletic Club, sending them to the top of La Liga.
Match Highlights:
- Alvarez netted the winner in the 66th minute, latching onto a brilliant pass from Marcos Llorente.
- Athletic Club nearly equalized as Benat Prados hit the post and Inaki Williams struck the crossbar in quick succession.
- Atletico leapfrogged Barcelona and Real Madrid, who lost to Real Betis earlier.
- However, their two-point lead could be temporary, with Barcelona facing Real Sociedad in their game in hand.
Atletico now shift focus to their upcoming Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
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