Diego Simeone’s players, suspended for the match, could have returned to the locker room with a more comfortable lead if they had been more skilful in the opposing area. Collectively superior, and seriously developing their emblematic pressing, the Madrilenians created numerous opportunities: served magnificently by Rodrigo De Paul, Conor Gallagher was caught at the last minute by the central defense of Marbella (2nd), while Julian Alvarez after a combination from a corner (15th) and Rodrigo De Paul with an interesting shot in the open area (34th), respectively came up against goalkeeper Daniel Martin and Yac Diori. Despite their enthusiasm and the support of their public, the locals had difficulty existing in the first period, apart from an unsuccessful combination on a free kick between the former Neapolitan José Callejon and Aitor Punal Rodriguez (42nd).
