Antoine Griezmann goal helps Atlético Madrid progress in Copa del Rey

A first-half goal from captain Antoine Griezmann gave Atlético Madrid a 1-0 win at third-tier Marbella on Saturday to send them into the Copa del Rey round of 16.

Griezmann scored after 16 minutes by tapping in a rebound from the Marbella goalkeeper who had blocked Giuliano Simeone’s first close-range attempt.

Rodrigo De Paul thought he had extended the advantage early in the second half but saw his goal disallowed for a handball, while Conor Gallagher’s curling effort struck the post just past the hour mark.

The visitors looked dominant throughout the game and could have posted a more convincing victory had it not been for some poor finishing and a more solid performance by Marbella after the break.