In an intense La Liga showdown, Deportivo Alavés drew 1-1 with Club Atlético de Madrid at Mendizorroza Stadium. The home side's Borja Sainz broke the deadlock in the 20th minute before Atlético's Álvaro Morata equalized in the 65th minute, securing a vital away point for the Madrid giants. The draw denied Atlético the chance to move within two points of La Liga leaders, while Alavés remained undefeated in their last three home matches.