PAMPLONA, May 12 — In a tense La Liga Round 36 clash at El Sadar, Atlético Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Osasuna, thanks to goals from Ademola Lookman and Alexander Sørloth. A dramatic stoppage-time strike from Kike Barja gave the home fans brief hope, but Atlético held on to claim all three points.
The result keeps Atlético firmly in the hunt for Champions League qualification, while Osasuna are left to rue a spirited second-half display that ultimately fell just short.
First Half: Lookman Penalty Puts Atlético Ahead
The match began with both sides showing intensity, but it was Atlético who struck first from the spot. In the 15th minute, the referee pointed to the penalty spot after a foul inside the Osasuna box. Ademola Lookman stepped up and coolly converted, sending the Osasuna goalkeeper the wrong way to make it 1-0 to the visitors.
Atlético controlled much of the first half, stifling Osasuna’s attacking threats and maintaining their defensive discipline. The home side struggled to create clear-cut chances against a well-organized Atlético backline. The score remained 1-0 at the break, with Osasuna trailing despite vocal support from the El Sadar faithful.
Half-time score: Osasuna 0 – 1 Atlético Madrid
Second Half: Sørloth Doubles the Lead
Osasuna came out with renewed energy in the second half, pushing forward in search of an equalizer. However, Atlético’s experience and composure shone through. In the 71st minute, Alexander Sørloth doubled Atlético’s advantage. The Norwegian striker latched onto a clever through ball and finished emphatically, making it 2-0 to the visitors.
With time running out and a two-goal deficit to overcome, Osasuna refused to surrender. Their persistence paid off in dramatic fashion. Deep into stoppage time, in the 90+1st minute, Kike Barja unleashed a stunning strike that beat the Atlético goalkeeper to pull one back for the home side, making it 2-1.
El Sadar erupted with hope, and the referee added several minutes of stoppage time, but Osasuna could not find a second equalizer. Atlético held firm to secure a vital away victory. You can get more La Liga league news, live scores, and match highlights at footballscore.
Final score: Osasuna 1 – 2 Atlético Madrid
Goal Summary
| Minute | Scorer | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 15′ | Ademola Lookman | Atlético Madrid |
| 71′ | Alexander Sørloth | Atlético Madrid |
| 90+1′ | Kike Barja | Osasuna |
What the Result Means
For Atlético Madrid, this victory is a massive step toward securing a top-four finish and Champions League football for next season. Winning away at El Sadar is never straightforward, and Diego Simeone’s men showed their trademark resilience. Lookman’s early penalty settled nerves, and Sørloth’s clinical finish provided breathing room. The late Barja goal was a concern, but Atlético did enough to see out the win.
For Osasuna, the defeat is heartbreaking. They fought until the very end and deserved at least a point based on their second-half effort. Kike Barja’s stunning 90+1st-minute goal gave them a lifeline, but they ran out of time to complete the comeback. Despite the loss, Osasuna can take pride in their never-say-die attitude, which will serve them well in their remaining fixtures.
Final Thoughts
El Sadar once again proved to be a cauldron of noise and passion. Osasuna pushed Atlético to the limit, particularly in the second half, but the quality of Lookman and Sørloth made the difference. Atlético’s ability to score from key moments and then defend collectively remains their hallmark under Simeone.
Man of the Match: Alexander Sørloth (Atlético Madrid)
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