Atletico Madrid Thrash Real Betis in 4-1 LaLiga

Atletico Madrid turned on the style at home, overpowering Real Betis 4-1 in a thrilling encounter at the Civitas Metropolitano. The result keeps Atletico’s hopes of a strong league finish alive, with Julián Álvarez starring in a memorable performance.

The hosts struck early in the 10th minute, as Julián Álvarez curled a superb free-kick into the top right corner, setting the tone for the evening. Atletico doubled their lead just before halftime when Robin Le Normand powered a header home from a Samuel Lino corner in the 45+3 minute.

Betis responded after the break through Pablo Fornals, who pulled one back in the 67th minute following a clever through ball by Giovani Lo Celso. However, Atletico quickly restored control, with Álvarez bagging his second goal from close range in the 75th minute, this time assisted by Antoine Griezmann.

Ángel Correa sealed the emphatic win deep into stoppage time, netting a sharp finish from a tight angle after a clever assist from Álvarez in the 90+6 minute.

The victory lifts Atletico’s confidence heading into the final match of the season, while Real Betis will reflect on missed opportunities despite flashes of quality.