Madrid, Sep 27: Julián Álvarez scored twice and Atletico Madrid routed fierce rival Real Madrid 5-2 in a surprisingly lopsided Spanish league derby on Saturday.
Álvarez’s performance was redemption after his controversial double-kick penalty contributed to Atletico losing to Madrid in last season’s Champions League.
The Argentina striker stole the show from Kylian Mbappé, who scored as Madrid built a 2-1 lead. Álvarez converted a penalty to put the hosts ahead 3-2 early in the second half before he added a second goal with a curling free kick.
Diego Simeone’s Atletico dealt Xabi Alonso his first loss of the season after Madrid had won all six La Liga games and its Champions League opener. (AP)
