The first half was a quiet one, with neither team managing to create any clear scoring opportunities. The game's first notable moment came in the 40th minute when Julián Alvarez was initially given a red card for a challenge on Facundo Garcés. However, the referee later downgraded the punishment to a yellow card after reviewing the play on video.
Alavés looked for a third consecutive home win in the second half, but they were unable to find the back of the net. Atlético substitute Samuel Lino finally registered the game's first shot on target in the 71st minute, forcing Deportivo Alavés goalkeeper Antonio Sivera to make a save.
The match started to open up in the second half, with both teams creating more chances. Sivera made several crucial saves to deny Atlético, including one from close range by Kike García and another from Clément Lenglet.
Despite their efforts, Deportivo Alavés were unable to find the winner, and the match ended in a 0-0 draw. This result keeps them three points clear of the relegation zone, while Atlético remain on track to finish in third place.
Flashscore Man of the Match: Antonio Sivera (Deportivo Alavés)
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