Sorloth: Atlético's goalscoring catalyst
Alexander Sorloth has burst onto the scene in his first season at Atlético, becoming a key player thanks to his goalscoring ability off the bench. The Norwegian striker has emerged as a true catalyst, scoring 12 of his 20 LaLiga goals as a substitute, an unprecedented feat in the 21st century.
His performance has been such that he has surpassed Julián Álvarez as the team’s top scorer in the domestic tournament, showing astonishing effectiveness despite not always being a starter.
His goalscoring nose and instinct in the area have been fundamental to adding important points and keeping the team in the fight. Witsel described him as a goalscorer, a machine.
Ahead of the upcoming Club World Cup, where Atlético will seek to expand their record, Sorloth is emerging as a fundamental piece in the team’s scheme, presumably sharing the attack with Julián Álvarez.
His ability to change the course of matches and his goalscoring instinct make him a valuable asset for Atlético. The team is confident that his streak will continue and that he will continue to celebrate many goals at the Metropolitano.
