Atlético de Madrid are officially kings of the impact sub 💥 | OneFootball

Atlético de Madrid reclaimed LaLiga's top spot after breaking the deadlock against Athletic Club.

Diego Simeone's side leapfrogged neighbours Real Madrid, who lost at Real Betis earlier on Saturday, and Barcelona as league leaders for at least 24 hours.

The Colchoneros have Julián Alvarez to thank for putting them in the lead against their visitors as the forward racked up his 21st goal in all competitions this season.

Alvarez's latest strike came just seven minutes after he had replaced Alexander Sørloth, seeing the hosts rack up an incredible feat for impact substitutions.

Real Madrid might need to start worrying if they see Simeone prepping players off the bench in Tuesday's Champions League last-16 encounter!

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