Atletico Madrid leads Real Madrid 1-0 at halftime in their crucial La Liga match, with Alvarez scoring from the penalty spot in the first half.

 

Alvarez celebrates his goal against Real Madrid (Reuters)

In the thrilling encounter between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, which is part of the 2024-2025 La Liga season, Atletico Madrid is leading 1-0 at halftime. This match is crucial for both teams, as Real Madrid currently sits at the top of the league table, with only a one-point lead over Atletico Madrid, who are in second place.

Real Madrid's Position and Recent Form

Real Madrid has been dominant in the league this season, but the competition from Atletico Madrid is intense. With only 18 games remaining, the outcome of this match could be vital for the title race. Atletico Madrid, while a point behind, has shown they are more than capable of challenging for the top spot.

The last two encounters between these two sides in the league ended in a 1-1 draw, and Atletico has managed to remain unbeaten in their last four league matches against Real Madrid. However, their record at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is poor, with no wins there since February 2016.

Atletico Madrid's Lead

Atletico Madrid's performance in the first half has been solid, with the team going into the break with a 1-0 lead. The only goal of the half came from Argentine striker Alvarez, who converted a penalty kick. This goal has given Atletico the upper hand and a crucial advantage as they look to continue their strong form in this encounter.

Key Statistics and Historical Head-to-Head

Historically, Real Madrid has had the upper hand in this fixture. With 78 wins to Atletico Madrid's 34, the balance of power has generally tilted in favor of the Madrid giants. However, Atletico Madrid's recent form in the league has made them a strong contender.

The Road Ahead

With the first half now complete, Real Madrid will need to regroup and come up with a strategy to overcome Atletico Madrid's lead. The second half promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams fighting for critical points in the race for the La Liga title.

For more details, you can check the match highlights on the official platforms like BTOLAT and PressBee.

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