Atlético Madrid 2-0 Real Oviedo: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Atlético Madrid 2-0 Real Oviedo in the La Liga on Saturday, 29 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Atlético Madrid took control early in the match, with Alexander Sorloth opening the scoring in the 16th minute from a Dávid Hancko assist, giving the hosts a deserved lead after a spell of pressure. Sorloth doubled the advantage just ten minutes later in the 26th minute, this time unassisted, as Atlético capitalised on Oviedo’s defensive lapses to build a comfortable cushion before half-time. The first half ended with Atlético firmly in command, their quick goals setting the tone for a dominant display.

The second half saw Atlético make tactical adjustments, starting with Giovanni Simeone replacing Álex Baena at the 46th minute, followed by further changes including Pablo Barrios for Antoine Griezmann and Julián Álvarez for Sorloth at the 63rd minute. Real Oviedo received a yellow card for David Carmo in the 54th minute and made their own substitutions, such as Dani Calvo for Carmo at the 61st minute, but failed to mount a significant comeback. Atlético added more changes late on, with Giacomo Raspadori for Koke at the 75th minute and José María Giménez for Nahuel González at the 87th minute, securing a clean sheet and a straightforward 2-0 victory.

Atlético Madrid edged possession with 52% compared to Real Oviedo’s 48%, which allowed them to dictate the tempo and create more scoring opportunities, as evidenced by their seven corners against Oviedo’s two. Successful dribbles were closely contested at 69 for Atlético and 74 for Oviedo, suggesting both sides had moments of individual flair, but Atlético’s single assist and lack of yellow cards (Oviedo had one) highlighted their disciplined approach that prevented any real threat. With five substitutions each, Atlético’s changes helped maintain energy levels, particularly in midfield, contributing to their ability to see out the game without conceding.

The absence of red cards, injury-time goals, or penalties meant the match was decided by early efficiency rather than late drama, and Atlético’s assist tally of 1.0 underscored Sorloth’s clinical finishing that proved decisive.

The match’s defining moments came early, with Alexander Sorloth scoring Atlético Madrid’s first goal in the 16th minute, assisted by Dávid Hancko, which shifted momentum firmly in the hosts’ favour. Sorloth added his second in the 26th minute without an assist, exploiting Oviedo’s defensive vulnerabilities to establish a lead that Oviedo never recovered from. A yellow card to Oviedo’s David Carmo in the 54th minute for a foul compounded their issues, leading to his substitution for Dani Calvo seven minutes later, while Atlético’s timely changes, such as Julián Álvarez replacing Sorloth at the 63rd minute, ensured they maintained control.

Impact substitutions for Oviedo, including Oghenekaro Ejaria for Santi Cazorla and Álex Forés for Salomón Rondón at the 75th minute, aimed to inject energy but arrived too late to alter the game’s course.

Atlético Madrid lined up in a 5-3-2 formation, providing a solid defensive base that supported their midfield trio in transitioning quickly to attack, with partnerships like Sorloth up front proving effective in breaking down Oviedo’s defence.

Real Oviedo deployed a 4-2-3-1 shape, relying on a double pivot in midfield for stability and creative outlets behind the striker, though standout roles in attack struggled to convert possession into clear chances against Atlético’s organised backline.

Alexander Sorloth earned Man of the Match honours for his brace in the first half, scoring in the 16th and 26th minutes to secure Atlético Madrid’s victory; his clinical finishing and positioning were pivotal, even though he was substituted in the 63rd minute for Julián Álvarez.

Recent La Liga matches:

• Win: 2-0 vs Real Oviedo (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Getafe (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Levante (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Sevilla (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Real Betis (A)

Recent La Liga matches:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Rayo Vallecano (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Athletic Club (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Osasuna (H)
• Draw: 3-3 vs Girona (A)

Following this convincing 2-0 win, Atlético Madrid will look to maintain their momentum and build on their defensive solidity in upcoming fixtures, with recent form suggesting they are well-positioned to challenge in the league.

Real Oviedo, stung by this 2-0 defeat, face the task of addressing defensive frailties exposed here, as they prepare for their next matches aiming to regain confidence and improve their away record.

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