Atlético scores penalty at the Bernabéu for the first time in 15 years
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Real Madrid is hosting Atlético at the Bernabéu for the Madrid derby. The teams went into the break with a narrow lead for the visitors.
The "Colchoneros" opened the scoring after a controversial penalty, which was converted by Julián Álvarez. This marked a significant moment for Atlético.
Details. This is the first time in 15 years that Atlético has scored from the penalty spot at the Bernabéu. The last time it happened, Diego Forlán scored from the spot against Iker Casillas.
Interestingly, out of the last 15 penalties in La Liga in the Madrid derby, 10 were awarded to Real Madrid and 5 to Atlético.
Reminder. Heading into the Madrid derby, the teams were separated by just one point, with "Los Blancos" holding the advantage.
Liam Carter
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Translated by the editors
