After three consecutive matches without any victory, Atletico Madrid started the crisis by defeating its guest, Betis, 2-1, in the first match of the 27th round of the Spanish League.
The Portuguese Rui Silva and William Carvalho were used and were present in some decisive moments. From the beginning, the Portuguese goalkeeper ran into the Verdiblancos goal and scored an own goal in the eighth minute, following a move in which the ball bounced off three Betis players.
Just before the half-hour mark, Rui Silva committed a penalty kick when he brought down Alvaro Morata inside the penalty area. However, on the kick, the Spanish striker allowed the Portuguese goalkeeper to make a save.
But Morata scored a goal and ended the eight-match drought. After an incomplete save from Rui Silva, the Spanish striker scored the lead goal in the 44th minute.
Spanish league standings
William Carvalho was introduced shortly after half-time and needed just 17 minutes to be the protagonist. The Portuguese international scored a shot from outside the area and reduced the score for the Sevilla team, which was unable to equalize until the final whistle.
Atletico remained in fourth place with 55 points, while Betis remained in sixth place with 42 points.
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