Report: Atlético Women strike first in the semi-finals | OneFootball

The Atlético de Madrid Femenino took the lead in the semi-final tie of the Copa de la Reina of women's football after defeating 1-0 the Costa Adeje Tenerife Femenino in the first leg held in Alcalá de Henares. A goal by Gio Queiroz in the second half allowed the rojiblancas to face the return match on the island with a slight advantage.

The team led by José Herrera started with intensity from the beginning, trying to dominate possession and push the Tenerife team into their half. During the first few minutes, Atlético Femenino showed high pressure that made it difficult for the visitors to play out from the back. However, Costa Adeje Tenerife was solid in defense and well-organized in midfield, preventing the Madrid team from creating clear chances in the early stages of the match.

Atlético Femenino managed to approach mainly from the wings, looking for crosses into the area and second plays, while Costa Adeje Tenerife relied on quick transitions to surprise on the counterattack. Despite the equality of the duel, Atlético accumulated attacks and forced the Tenerife defense to work hard to maintain the draw before the break.

A GOAL BY GIO DECIDES A TIGHT MATCH

After the restart, the script remained similar. Atlético de Madrid Femenino insisted with greater offensive presence, while Costa Adeje Tenerife tried to resist with tactical discipline. As the minutes passed, the rojiblancas' push began to find more spaces, especially in the final third.

The decisive moment came midway through the second half. In a well-crafted play down the flank, the ball ended up in the area after a good collective action and Gio Queiroz appeared to finish and send the ball into the back of the net, sparking celebration in the stands and giving the colchoneras the advantage. The goal forced the visiting team to step forward in the final stretch. Costa Adeje Tenerife tried to respond with several approaches, but Atlético Femenino managed the final minutes with defensive solidity and concentration, preventing their rival from finding the equalizer.

With this 1-0, the tie remains open but favorable for Atlético de Madrid Femenino, who will travel to Tenerife with a minimal advantage. Everything will be decided in the return match next Tuesday, March 17, where Costa Adeje Tenerife will seek to come back in front of their fans to reach the final, while the rojiblancas will try to defend their lead and secure a place in the tournament's last match.

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