Real Sociedad 1–1 Atlético Madrid: Player ratings.

Starting XI

Oblak

He was kept on his toes with multiple crosses and long-range efforts. In the 13th minute, he made two quick saves to keep Atlético Madrid in the game. However, in the 84th minute, he succumbed to an audacious effort from Luka Sučić outside the area.4.5

Galán

A cautious dribbler who frequently uses a back pass to try to keep possession. He performed particularly effectively in passing, combining with the midfield and Antoine Griezmann up top. His lofted ball to the Frenchman set up the team’s goal in the first minute. Defensively, Galán made an important challenge on a free Mikel Oyarzabal to avoid an open goal.6

Lenglet

Making his debut, Lenglet collaborated with Javi Galán and Josema Giménez to close any gaps. His tackling may have been improved, as the defender received a yellow card for his fouls in the second half.4

Giménez

Compact in his posture, he moves quickly to hinder Real Sociedad’s buildup through the center. The 29-year-old recorded four clearances and three recoveries as Atlético defended for lengthy parts of the game.6

Witsel

This style of play suited him well, as La Real gradually and painstakingly broke Diego Simeone’s defensive impasse. On several instances, he was seen making a crucial clearing or timely tackle to hold the opponents at bay.5.5

Molina

The match ended with five clearances and four tackles. The Argentine’s efforts prevented players such as Sheraldo Becker and Ander Barrenetxea from generating difficulties on the right side.6

Gallagher

An irritant in the middle of the pitch, accurate with the ball but unable to initiate counterattacks. Simeone made a crucial substitution for Rodrigo de Paul.4.5

Koke

The captain’s interception and pass to Galán in the first minute sparked the offensive, which resulted in Julián Alvarez’s goal.5

Barrios

He spent the majority of his time behind the ball, bringing extra body to the defense and attempting to halt Real Sociedad’s buildup in the center of the pitch. His offensive possibilities were limited, as were those of the other midfielders.4

Griezmann

Assisted Alvarez’s goal by running into the final third, drawing two players, and back-heeling the ball to the Argentine.7

Alvarez

He scored in the opening minute by collecting the ball from Griezmann, taking a calm touch, and putting it past Álex Remiro. He scored his first goal as a starter since joining Atlético.7

Subs:

De Paul

Gave the ball away in a dangerous area with a poor pass; Real Sociedad capitalized quickly with their equalizing goal coming seconds later. 3

Sørloth

Came on for Alvarez in the 74th minute. Despite the team’s efforts to increase offensive after the opponent scored, Sørloth faced few opportunities.5

Reinildo

Brought some fresh legs to the backline, but struggled to handle Take Kubo, particularly when the momentum switched late in the match.5

Riquelme

Griezmann was replaced with around 10 minutes remaining. With so little time, it was impossible to have a significant influence.N/A

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