Match ends, Atletico Madrid 0, Espanyol 0.

In this round, Atletico hosted Spain, and Alvarez continued to start, showing that manager Simeone still believes in him.

Attempt saved. Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom left corner.

Attempt missed. Robin Le Normand (Atletico Madrid) header from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Rodrigo Riquelme with a cross following a corner.
Attempt missed. Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid) left footed shot from the centre of the box is just a bit too high. Assisted by Robin Le Normand following a corner.

Statistics reveal that Álvarez had just 3 shots on goal, with only 1 on target during the half. He touched the ball 23 times, lost possession 4 times, had a pass success rate of 88%, and missed 1 scoring opportunity. Additionally, he recorded zero goals, assists, shots on target, long passes, key passes, and successful dribbles. With a rating of 6.6, Álvarez was ranked last among the Atletico Madrid players, with even substitutes Griezmann, Llorente, Barrios, Correa, and Reinildo receiving higher ratings.