Hard-fought Qualification for Atlético Women in the Copa de la Reina
Atlético de Madrid Women achieved a hard-fought victory against a spirited Cacereño in the Copa de la Reina quarterfinals. The match, played on a challenging pitch and against an opponent that demonstrated their quality, was decided in extra time with a final score of 0-2 that does not reflect the equality experienced on the field.
Cacereño, driven by their fans, came out with intensity, pressing and making it difficult for Atlético to possess the ball. Las Colchoneras had to work hard to counteract the local push. In the first half, chances were scarce, with a goal disallowed for Atlético due to offside.
Cacereño also generated danger, demanding a save from the Rojiblanca goalkeeper. In the second half, Atlético showed a more offensive image, looking for the goal with insistence, but without managing to beat the rival’s goal.
Cacereño defended with order and solidity, even generating danger on the counterattack. The match went into extra time after a heart-stopping end in the 90 minutes. In extra time, Cacereño showed their ambition, but it was Ajibade who took advantage of a defensive error to put Atlético ahead in the 117th minute.
With the opponent committed, Guijarro sealed the match with a great goal from the center of the field. A hard-fought victory that qualifies Atlético for the next round, demonstrating the fighting spirit and ambition of the team in the Copa de la Reina.
