Atletico Madrid secured just one point against Mallorca during Sunday's La Liga encounter, extending their disappointing campaign start. Julian Alvarez failed to convert from the penalty spot while his team battled against determined opposition. Alexander Sorloth received his marching orders after a reckless challenge, leaving Diego Simeone's squad with ten players. Conor Gallagher found the net following Marcos Llorente's blocked attempt, giving the visitors temporary advantage. Vedat Muriqi responded five minutes before full time, heading home Jan Virgili's delivery to earn the hosts a valuable point.
The result places Atletico in twelfth position after managing just one victory from their opening five league fixtures. Leo Roman produced several outstanding saves to deny the Madrid side, particularly frustrating Alvarez on multiple occasions. Mallorca pressed forward late seeking victory but Jan Oblak prevented Pablo Torre's curling strike from finding its target. The draw followed Atletico's midweek Champions League defeat at Liverpool. Both teams created chances throughout the match despite the physical nature of play.
The result places Atletico in twelfth position after managing just one victory from their opening five league fixtures. Leo Roman produced several outstanding saves to deny the Madrid side, particularly frustrating Alvarez on multiple occasions. Mallorca pressed forward late seeking victory but Jan Oblak prevented Pablo Torre's curling strike from finding its target. The draw followed Atletico's midweek Champions League defeat at Liverpool. Both teams created chances throughout the match despite the physical nature of play.
