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Atlético Madrid drops points to Elche, Sorloth scores in 1-1 draw

After coming up short in the waning moments of last weekend’s match against Espanyol, Saturday’s match versus Elche presented a clear opportunity for Diego Simeone to help right the Atlético Madrid ship along what is sure to be a lengthy La Liga season. Simeone, however, was unable to pick a squad capable of pulling ahead for more than a few minutes as Atletico Madrid posted a 1-1 draw at home, leaving a stadium full of fans at the Metropolitano disappointed with the one-point performance.

In the eighth minute, Atletico was building from midfield when defender David Hancko spotted a cleverly timed Alexander Sorloth run up top. Hancko spun the ball into Sorloth’s alley along the left side, and Sorlot

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