Friday, 28 October 2011 00:21
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Fernando Llorente: On target for Athletic Bilbao in the 3-0 victory over Atletico Madrid
Espanyol beat Real Betis to notch a third straight win, while Athletic Bilbao overcame Atletico Madrid.
Substitute Walter Pandiani scored the only goal as Espanyol beat Real Betis to move up to sixth in the Primera Liga.The hosts had the better of the early exchanges but rarely threatened the Betis goal and had goalkeeper Cristian Alvarez to thank for being level at half-time.The Argentine keeper made three smart saves from Benat Etxebarria, Jose Canas and Roque Santa Cruz just before the break.Alvaro Vasquez had a number of opportunities early in the second period but failed to hit the target and it was his replacement Pandiani who made the vital contribution with a powerful downward header from Didac Vila's cross.Fernando Llorente scored twice for Athletic Bilbao as they tore apart Atletico Madrid in a devastating seven-minute spell.Gaizka Toquero joined Llorente on the scoresheet as the hosts ran amok midway through the second half to secure a 3-0 win which lifts them above their opponents in the standings.Defeat will put even more pressure on Atletico coach Gregorio Manzano, who has come in for heavy criticism over his side's poor form.Read more http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11095/7269492/
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