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Rodrigo De Paul scores for Atlético Madrid in 1-0 win vs. Celta de Vigo

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Rodrigo De Paul scored for Atlético Madrid in their 1-0 home win vs. Celta de Vigo on matchday 35 of La Liga.

Diego Simeone’s team dominated the whole game, but they were not able to take the lead until the 84th minute. In a corner kick for Atleti, De Paul received the ball after a clearance from Celta’s defense. The Argentine controlled it with his chest just outside the box and volleyed it with precision to the back of the net. A stunning goal by the 29-year-old midfielder to make it 1-0 for his team.

While Ángel Correa started for Atlético Madrid and was substituted in the 61st minute, Rodrigo De Paul entered from the bench in the 55th minute.

With this win, Simeone’s team gets closer to securing a spot in the 2024/2025 Champions League, as they are now eight points ahead of Athletic Club with three matchdays left.

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Thiago Almada scores for Atlanta United in 3-2 loss vs. D.C. United

Thiago Almada scored for Atlanta United in their 3-2 loss vs. D.C. United.

Almada reached three goals and one assist for the season in 10 matches for Atlanta United. With the score at 0-0, Atlanta were awarded a penalty kick and it was the 23 year old who stepped up.

The Argentine took the penalty and scored, shooting to the goalkeeper’s left and the goalkeeper going to his right. The reigning MLS Young Player of the Year finished with a high 13 goals last season.

Marcos Acuña substituted out injured for Sevilla

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Marcos Acuña was substituted out injured for Sevilla.

Acuña started for Sevilla in their match against Villarreal but was substituted out after 60 minutes due to an injury. The 32 year old has been hit with several injuries this season, playing in only 19 league matches.

Julián Álvarez reaches 19 goals for Manchester City in 4-0 win vs. Fulham

Julián Álvarez scored and reached 19 goals for Manchester City this season in their 4-0 win vs. Fulham.

Álvarez was substituted into the match for Manchester City with eight minutes remaining and scored his second goal in two matches. With Manchester City leading 3-0, the reigning league champions were awarded a penalty kick and it was Álvarez who took it.

The Argentine stepped up and placed it into the bottom corner with the goalkeeper diving the opposite way.

Joaquín Correa returning to Inter from Olympique Marseille

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Joaquín Correa will be returning to Inter from Olympique Marseille.

Correa is going to be returning to the reigning Serie A champions. The 29 year old forward has spent this season on loan at Olympique Marseille with the club having an obligation to buy him for €10 million should they qualify for the 2024-2025 Champions League.

Olympique Marseille did not qualify for next season’s Champions League and will not be keeping him. Correa has not scored for Marseille this season and has played in 19 matches.

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