Alexander Sorloth scored twice as Atletico Madrid recorded their sixth straight LaLiga victory by seeing off lowly Real Oviedo 2-0.
The Norway international struck a first-half brace at the Metropolitano to move Diego Simeone’s side within a point of second-place Real Madrid.
After going close twice early on, Sorloth made it third time lucky in the 16th minute, tucking away David Hancko’s cross from close range.
That was the forward’s third league goal of the season, and he made it four 10 minutes later, volleying home at the second attempt after Real Oviedo goalkeeper Aaron Escandell initially thwarted him.
The visitors sought a response after the break. Federico Vinas headed just over, while Salomon Rondon and Santi Cazorla were unable to capitalise from promising positions.
Giuliano Simeone and Conor Gallagher were denied late on at the other end, as Atletico cruised to a sixth straight league victory.
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