Alvarez Hat‑Trick Helps Atlético Edge Out Rayo 3‑2!

Alvarez Hat‑Trick Helps Atlético Edge Out Rayo 3‑2!

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Reported by Amos Dachung | Sele Media Africa Reporter

In a thrilling La Liga showdown on Wednesday, Atlético Madrid earned a dramatic 3‑2 comeback victory over Rayo Vallecano, thanks to a sensational hat‑trick from Argentine forward Julián Álvarez. [1]

Match Recap & Turning Points

• Álvarez opened the scoring in the 15th minute with a volley from a cross by Marcos Llorente. [2]
• Rayo struck back before halftime through Pep Chavarría, who netted a long-range stunner in stoppage time. [2]
• In the 77th minute, Álvaro García gave Rayo the lead after a tight angle finish, confirmed by VAR. [1]

– But Atlético responded swiftly: Álvarez equalized around the 8

Impact & Reactions

• This was Atlético’s second league win of the season, giving them a morale boost ahead of upcoming fixtures. [2]
• Coach Diego Simeone praised Álvarez, calling him “the best player we have” and stressing the importance of supporting him for future success. [3]
• With the win, Atlético moved eighth in the table, now trailing leaders Real Madrid by nine points. [1]

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