The nightmare is over! Julián Álvarez finally breaks his drought with a crucial Champions League goal
Julián Álvarez is back among the goals! After a frustrating start to the season, the Atlético Madrid striker has finally found the net, delivering a crucial equaliser in the Champions League against Stuttgart.
Details: Álvarez scored early in the second half of Atlético Madrid's Champions League encounter with Stuttgart on October 20. The Argentine forward struck shortly after the restart, cancelling out the German side's advantage and making it 1-1. According to The Touchline, this was the striker's first goal of the 2026/27 campaign. The moment sparked celebrations among Atlético's players, with Álvarez visibly delighted after ending his difficult run without scoring.
The goal comes after several challenging months for the World Cup winner. Álvarez endured a difficult period in La Liga, scoring only once in his last 20 league appearances across two seasons, according to previously published statistics. His struggles attracted criticism, especially considering his status as one of Atlético's most valuable attacking players.
However, the Champions League has traditionally brought out the best in the Argentine. During the 2025/26 campaign, Álvarez scored ten goals in the competition, equalling a historic Atlético club record. His latest strike could provide the confidence needed to rediscover that impressive European form.
The equaliser was particularly important for Diego Simeone's team. Stuttgart had entered the encounter with two victories from their opening Champions League fixtures, making the trip to Germany a demanding challenge. Álvarez's contribution brought Atlético back into contention and gave the visitors a chance to fight for all three points.
It's worth noting that Álvarez scored 20 goals across all competitions for Atlético during the 2025/26 season. His goal against Stuttgart levelled the score at 1-1 early in the second half. That was the score at the time of the strike, not the confirmed final result.
Reminder: Atlético striker sets historic club record in the Champions League.
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