Julián Álvarez hits 10 in 14, among Atlético’s top scorers | OneFootball

The Cordoban center forward Julián Álvarez has become the third highest scorer in the history of Atlético de Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.

With his recent goal against Inter Milan in the initial phase of the UEFA Champions League, the "Spider" from Calchín became the club's third highest scorer in the competition, an achievement that places him among the most prominent names that have passed through the colchonero institution.

The significance of his mark lies not only in the number but also in the speed with which he achieved it. Álvarez reached 10 goals in just 14 matches played in the Champions League with the red and white jersey, an effectiveness that surprises even within the demanding European sphere. His ability to appear at key moments, his mobility within the area, and his growing offensive leadership have made him a fundamental piece in Atlético's scheme.

With this new goal, the former River Plate player entered a select podium led by the Frenchman Antoine Griezmann, the club's all-time top scorer in the Champions League with 39 goals in 88 matches. The second place remains in the hands of the Spanish midfielder Saúl Ñíguez, who accumulated 11 goals in 74 appearances. Behind them now appears Álvarez, whose projection suggests that he could continue climbing positions in a very short time if he maintains his current scoring pace.

The statistical impact of the Cordoban forward is also reflected on the national level. Álvarez surpassed Paulo Dybala in the table of Argentines with the most goals in the Champions League.

The "Spider" has 18 goals in 31 matches played in his European career —between Manchester City and Atlético—, while the former Juventus player has accumulated 18 in 53 appearances. The difference in effectiveness positions Álvarez as one of the most decisive Argentine forwards currently in the Old Continent.

Amid his consolidation at Atlético de Madrid and at just 25 years old, Julián Álvarez continues to write significant pages in his career. His records, constant growth, and presence at the highest continental level confirm him as one of the most influential Argentine footballers of the moment.

Everything indicates that his story in the Champions League is just beginning and that records will continue to fall in his path.

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