The match between Atletico Madrid and Elche ended in a positive draw of 1-1, in the encounter that brought the two teams together in the second round of the 2025/2026 La Liga season.

Atletico Madrid took the lead early in the 8th minute through Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth, following a precise pass from his teammate Hanko, giving his team the advantage at the start of the match.

Elche's response was quick, as they equalized in the 15th minute through Rafa Mir, benefiting from a decisive pass from Álvaro Rodríguez, ending the first half in a draw that continued until the end of the match.

With this draw, Atletico Madrid raised their tally to one point, placing them in thirteenth position in the La Liga standings, while Elche raised their tally to two points in tenth place.