Pablo Barrios’ incredible goal in the 93rd minute gave Atletico Madrid a thrilling victory over Sevilla at the Sánchez Pizjuán.  With this goal and a penalty kick from Julián Alvarez prior to halftime, Atlético overcame Agoumé’s first 1-0 deficit to secure three crucial points for the Rojiblancos.

 Atletico Madrid once again displayed their deadly edge by destroying their opponent late in the game after going multiple games without scoring in stoppage time.  This game was reminiscent of their first meeting with Sevilla at the Metropolitano in the earlier half of the season, when Antoine Griezmann’s late goal helped them rally to defeat García Pimienta’s team 4-3.

Alexander Sorloth’s goal against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey quarterfinal at Montjuïc was the last goal the Atletico players had scored in injury time since February 25.  With a late goal against Girona, Koke became the first player to go down in history, and Barrios is now the newest player to join this remarkable total.

 Correa has played well against San Mamés and in the first-half derby; Julián Alvarez has played well against Valencia, Celta, Cacereño, and Leverkusen; Giménez has played well in Leipzig; Sorloth has scored twice against Barcelona and also against Leganés and Valladolid; De Paul has played well in Cáceres; and Griezmann has scored against both Sevilla and Mallorca.

With Barrios’ late goal, eight members of Atletico’s team have now scored in stoppage time, with Julián Alvarez and Sorloth leading the way with four goals apiece.  Surprisingly, no other team in the top leagues has ever scored as many goals in stoppage time as Atletico Madrid has.  This exemplifies the unwavering determination of a team that consistently overcomes hardship.  Another goal after the ninetieth minute has given Atletico new life and optimism in their quest for the Liga crown.