Atlético de Madrid edge Betis as Correa fires late winners to sharpen Champions League bid

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Correa blends local flair with skill to seal a win for Atlético de Madrid over Real Betis, as the chase for a Champions League spot tightens.

From kick-off to final whistle, Atlético de Madrid clinches a 1-0 victory over Betis with a goal from Ángel Correa that showcased precision and poise. Diego Simeone’s side grab three vital points, widening their gap to the Europa League chasing pack and leaving them firmly on course for the Champions League places. Nine points separate them from fifth place, where Manuel Pellegrini’s Betis sits, and the race for the European spots remains intense after Villarreal’s earlier win against Real Sociedad.

The defining moment? A late, clever strike from Correa off the bench that punctured Betis and underscored Atlético’s ability to impact games with substitutions. Betis maintains fifth, but the window of opportunity for the rest of the chase narrows as La Liga progresses toward its closing stages.

Minute-by-minute Atlético de Madrid vs. Betis from La Liga

Press conferences for Atlético de Madrid vs. Betis of the competition

When the final whistle blows, reactions flow in from both camps and analysts alike, painting a picture of how the match unfolded and what it means for the run-in.

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86′ A goal from Atlético, delivered with intent. The move starts outside the area, beats a trio of defenders, and catches the keeper off balance to make it 1-0 in favor of Atlético de Madrid against Betis.

Morata asked Luiz Felipe for a penalty, but Atlético de Madrid remains the only club in La Liga 2022-23 without penalties in their favor. Was there contact in the area? A look at the controversies of the match is provided by ongoing coverage: attributions reflect the reporting from Goal España and related post-match analysis.

— GOAL Spain (GoalEspana) April 2, 2023

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ATHLETIC XI

Summary of Atlético de Madrid vs. Betis of the competition

The match distilled into a compact result, underscoring Atlético’s resilience and their ability to convert chances despite pressure from Betis. The win reinforces the capital club’s position in the fight for a top-four finish and keeps Betis in the mix for European qualification as the season progresses.

All numbers and statistics of Atlético de Madrid vs. Betis of the competition

Key stats illustrate how the game swung, from shooting efficiency and possessions to defensive actions and substitutions that changed the tempo. This data helps explain why the outcome mattered for both sides as the league heads toward its conclusion.

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