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Álvarez Apologizes to Fans After Scoring Crucial Goal
24 Oct
Summary
- Julián Álvarez apologized for his summer transfer request and how he expressed it.
- He scored the decisive goal in Atlético's 1-0 LaLiga victory on Saturday.
- The striker's goal ended an eight-month league scoring drought for him.
Julián Álvarez issued a public apology to Atlético Madrid supporters for his attempted departure from the club during the summer. The apology followed his decisive 48th-minute goal that secured a 1-0 LaLiga win for Atlético against Deportivo La Coruña on Saturday. This victory positioned the team just two points behind league leaders Barcelona.
Álvarez, who had expressed a desire to move to Barcelona during the World Cup, regretted his past statements and timing. The goal marked his first in LaLiga in eight months and his first league goal at home for Atlético since November 2025. He stated that he is feeling physically better and working on improving his performance, attributing his resurgence to improved well-being.
Coach Diego Simeone praised Álvarez's apology, emphasizing the importance of his commitment to the team. Simeone believes that for the club to achieve its ambitions, Julián Álvarez must perform at his peak, signaling his integral role in Atlético's future success.
