Morata's Double Downs Real Madrid, Ends Perfect Start
Atletico Madrid Claims Resounding Derby Victory
Atletico Madrid ended rivals Real Madrid's perfect start to the La Liga season, as Alvaro Morata scored twice in a 2-0 victory at the Bernabeu.
Morata Brace Seals Victory
Morata opened the scoring in the 19th minute, tapping in from close range after an excellent cross from Yannick Carrasco. The Spanish striker doubled his tally just before the half-time whistle, heading home from a corner.
Atletico Outplays Real
Atletico were the better team throughout the match, outplaying Real in all areas of the pitch. The visitors were more clinical in front of goal and defended resolutely, frustrating the Real Madrid attack.
Real's Perfect Start Ends
The defeat marked the end of Real Madrid's 100% start to the La Liga campaign. Carlo Ancelotti's team had won all five of their matches prior to the derby, but they were unable to overcome a determined Atletico side.
Atletico Moves Up
The victory lifted Atletico up to fifth in the standings, while Real Madrid remained in second place. The result is a major boost for Atletico's hopes of securing a top-four finish and qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Rare Derby Triumph for Atletico
The victory was Atletico's first in a derby match at the Bernabeu since 2016. The win will be a significant morale boost for Diego Simeone's team as they prepare for a crucial run of fixtures in the coming weeks.
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