By Mohammed Al Habob 
Diego Simeone celebrated his 700th game in charge of Atletico Madrid with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves on November 23, 2024. The match, held at the Metropolitano Stadium, saw Atletico come from behind to secure the win in the 86th minute thanks to Alexander Sorloth’s decisive goal. Alaves had taken an early lead from the penalty spot, but Antoine Griezmann equalized with a spot kick in the 76th minute.
The game started poorly for Atletico as Javi Galan conceded a penalty in the seventh minute, which Jon Guridi converted to give Alaves the lead. Despite dominating possession, Atletico struggled to break through Alaves’ defense until Griezmann’s penalty brought them back into the game. The crowd at the Metropolitano Stadium was tense as Atletico searched for an equalizer, with several chances going begging.
Sorloth, who came on as a second-half substitute, played a crucial role in Atletico’s comeback. His header earned Atletico a penalty, which Griezmann converted to level the score. With the game poised for a draw, Rodrigo De Paul found Sorloth making a run in behind the defense, and the Norwegian striker’s powerful strike secured the win for Atletico.
Simeone’s milestone game was a testament to his enduring impact on the club, with his son Giuliano earning the man-of-the-match award for his energetic performance. Simeone expressed his gratitude for the support of the fans and the team’s resilience in securing the win. Alaves’ coach acknowledged the difficulty of the match and praised his team’s effort despite the loss.
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