In the La Liga clash at Wanda Metropolitano, Atletico Madrid delivered a commanding performance against Real Betis, securing a 4-1 victory that showcased their offensive prowess. Julian Alvarez was instrumental, kicking off the scoreboard early with a goal just nine minutes into the match. Alvarez's positioning and clinical finishing were critical in asserting early dominance, capitalizing on Betis' defensive lapses. Robin Le Normand further extended Atletico's lead just before half-time, skillfully heading in a corner from Samuel Lino, underscoring the home team's effectiveness in set-piece situations.

Real Betis managed to briefly revive hopes when Pablo Fornals scored early in the second half, assisted by Giovani Lo Celso, demonstrating brief effectiveness in exploiting gaps within Atletico's defense. However, this momentum was short-lived, as Atletico's teamwork and offensive coherence came to the fore again. Julian Alvarez restored Atletico's two-goal cushion with a well-placed shot, courtesy of an Antoine Griezmann assist that highlighted their seamless coordination in attack.

Atletico Madrid's dominance was mirrored in their superior shot count, with 11 shots on target compared to Betis’ 7. This attacking efficiency was buoyed by Angel Correa's late goal, wrapping up the win while Julian Alvarez contributed his third assist of the match, epitomizing his well-rounded performance. From defense to attack, Atletico showcased superior teamwork, managing 9 corners and maintaining pressure throughout the match.

Both teams exhibited discipline with relatively few offsides and only one yellow card each. However, the key differentiator was Atletico's ability to convert pressure into goals, a significant factor enhanced by their higher number of shots on target. While Betis showed fleeting moments of creativity, they struggled to break through Atletico's resolute defense, which held firm when tested, underscoring the home team's superior strategic execution and teamwork.

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