Real Madrid among Julián Álvarez’s favourite sides to score against | OneFootball

The Spider was the star in the 5-2 with a penalty goal and another from a free kick. After the victory, he spoke about the importance of the win and Simeone's role, while his numbers reveal who he punishes most often in his career.

Julián Álvarez was once again decisive on a historic night for Atlético Madrid. The Argentine forward scored two goals —one from a penalty and another from a free kick— to seal the 5-2 against Real Madrid in the capital derby, a result that had not been seen for 75 years. The Spider was not only the best player of the match, but also made statements that reflect his confidence, that of the group and dispelled rumors of changes: “I feel very cared for and I am very happy to be here”.

“A very special day. We knew the importance of the match, being a derby and because we needed to add the three points at home and cut the leader's lead. We are very happy”, Álvarez assured after the victory at the Cívitas Metropolitano.

About the penalty that meant going ahead in the score, he was clear: “Each penalty is a new moment. I was determined to kick to that side, hard. It was important because it was to go ahead in the score, that's why everyone's euphoric celebration”. Later, he crowned the performance with a perfect free kick: “Sometimes we practice them. I was with Nico, we talked, and I ended up kicking. It was a good decision”.

Álvarez also spoke about the change of face that Atlético showed in recent weeks: “At the beginning the results did not come, but we generated a lot. We are the team that creates the most scoring chances in La Liga and one of the most in Europe. Today we were effective and that's why we took this victory”.

The Argentine, who has five goals in the last two games, highlighted Simeone's role: “He told us to stay calm, that we were doing well and to keep working the same. They barely had shots on goal and we were very effective”.

The victory not only unleashed euphoria among the fans, but also within the locker room. “Like all the fans, we are also very happy. It's a special day, a very important victory, and because it's a derby. Also, it means we keep adding three at a time at home and taking points from the leader”, added Álvarez.

With his double, Julián consolidates himself as a figure of Atlético Madrid and confirms that he is going through one of his best moments since his arrival in Spanish football. The native of Calchín is not only key in the score, but has become the new standard-bearer of an Atleti that dreams of fighting for the League and being a protagonist in Europe.

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