Youth A: Epic comeback not enough against Betis
Atlético de Madrid Youth A said goodbye to the possibility of playing in the Final Four after falling 3-2 to Betis in an exciting match. Los Rojiblancos, led by Luis Bueno, showed character and determination, but it was not enough to overcome a solid Betis team at the Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol.
The match began with a frenetic pace, with clear chances for both teams. Rajado and Jesús Barrios hit the ball against the woodwork, preventing the Colchoneros from taking the lead. However, it was Betis who struck first, with two goals in the last quarter of an hour of the first half.
After the break, Atlético came out with a renewed attitude. A great goal from Dani Muñoz, after a spectacular raid down the right wing, ignited hope. Just three minutes later, David Arza equalized the score with an accurate shot, culminating in a great collective play.
The Metropolitano seemed close. But Betis did not give up and managed to score 3-2 in a collective play. Despite the final attempts and playing the last minutes with two more players due to the expulsions of Manu and Miguel Cuevas, Atlético could not find the equalizing goal.
The Colchoneros fought until the end, but the victory remained in Seville. An effort that, although not worth the qualification, leaves a bittersweet taste and the certainty of the potential of this young Atlético generation.
