A thrilling encounter in the Primera RFEF saw Atlético Madrileño edge out Sabadell 4-3 in a match filled with drama, late goals, and a penalty save. Sergio Picos provides the best account of this intense clash.
Atlético Madrileño secured a vital victory, keeping their direct promotion hopes alive. The win tightens the race at the top of the table. Eldense, who play next against relegated Sevilla Atlético, could move four points clear of Atlético Madrileño if they win, but the two teams face each other next week in a decisive penultimate round.
Current standings (pending Eldense’s Sunday match):
1. Eldense – 65 points (one game fewer)
2. Sabadell – 65 points
3. Atlético Madrileño – 64 points
**Match Summary:**
The match was packed with action. Atlético Madrileño took control early, but Sabadell fought back repeatedly. After a series of goals and a late penalty, the home side held on for the win.
**Key moments:**
In the 60th minute, Iker Luque scored with a powerful right-footed shot to make it 3-1, giving Fernando Torres’ side some breathing room after Sabadell had briefly equalized. Arnau Ortiz then struck twice, the second a brilliant left-footed finish in the 66th minute to make it 4-1.
Sabadell refused to give up. In the 70th minute, they were awarded a penalty, but goalkeeper Esquivel saved it, diving to his right. However, Sabadell pulled one back in the 89th minute when Coscia capitalized on a defensive error, scoring after Esquivel’s clearance hit him. Deep into stoppage time, in the 90+13th minute, Agustín Coscia converted another penalty for his second goal, making it 4-3. But despite intense pressure, Sabadell could not find an equalizer. The match ended after 15 minutes of added time.
Fernando Torres made several substitutions to manage the game, while Sabadell’s coach was sent off in the 57th minute. The final score remained 4-3 to Atlético Madrileño, keeping the promotion race wide open.
