A Blistering Start: Sorloth’s Record-Breaking Feat

In a stunning display of attacking prowess, Alexander Sorloth achieved the fastest hat-trick in La Liga history. The Atlético Madrid striker found the net in the 7th, 10th, and 11th minutes against real Sociedad, leaving spectators and opponents alike in awe. This remarkable achievement shattered previous records,surpassing the milestones set by Mundo in 1941 and Bestit in 1929,both of whom completed their hat-tricks within the first 15 minutes of their respective matches.

Fastest of the Century: A Statistical Deep Dive

Sorloth’s hat-trick, completed in a mere 3 minutes and 57 seconds, not only set a new La Liga record but also stands as the fastest in the league this century. His scoring spree didn’t end there; he added a fourth goal, coming close to a fifth when a shot struck the crossbar. This “poker,” as four-goal hauls are sometimes called, puts him in elite company. Only Edmundo Suarez, who scored four goals in 20 minutes for Valencia in 1941, has a faster four-goal performance in La Liga history.

Chasing the Top Scorers: Sorloth’s Impact on the Season

With his four goals, Sorloth’s La liga tally for the season now stands at 17, placing him among the league’s top scorers. He trails only Ante Budimir (18 goals), Kylian Mbappe (24 goals), and Robert Lewandowski (25 goals) in the race for the Pichichi Trophy, awarded to the top goalscorer in La Liga. This places him as a key contender in the ongoing season, contributing substantially to Atlético Madrid’s offensive capabilities.

Simeone’s Praise: A Tactical Advantage

Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone lauded sorloth’s performance, emphasizing its impact on the game’s trajectory. Alex achieved an excellent performance. This brought the match in a scenario to which we did not expect, because Real Sociedad is a solid team, Simeone stated, highlighting the unexpected dominance Sorloth’s goals created.

“Alex achieved an excellent performance. This brought the match in a scenario to which we did not expect, because real Sociedad is a solid team.”

Diego Simeone,Atlético Madrid Coach

Sorloth’s 17 league goals make him Atlético’s top scorer in La Liga,surpassing Julian Alvarez by two goals. This is particularly impressive considering he often starts on the bench, showcasing his ability to make a significant impact as a substitute.

The Super-Sub Factor: Impact from the bench

Addressing questions about Sorloth’s playing time, Simeone pointed to the statistics, noting that he scores more goals when he comes into play in the second half than when he is the holder. This suggests a tactical advantage in utilizing Sorloth as a substitute, where his fresh legs and attacking instincts can exploit tired defenses.

Simeone further emphasized Sorloth’s versatility and contribution to the team: I appreciate the way Sorloth supports the team permanently. SORLOT is diffrent from the other team players. He plays well as a center-forward, is effective in counter-attack and supports the team when it folds.

“I appreciate the way Sorloth supports the team permanently. SORLOT is different from the other team players.He plays well as a center-forward, is effective in counter-attack and supports the team when it folds.”

Diego Simeone, Atlético madrid Coach

Joining Elite Company: A History of four-Goal Performances

sorloth’s four-goal game is not an isolated incident. Last season, while playing for Villarreal, he scored four goals in 17 minutes in a thrilling 4-4 draw against Real Madrid. He joins Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Luis Suarez as the only other players this century to achieve this feat in a La Liga match, solidifying his place among the league’s most prolific goalscorers.

Securing Third Place: Atlético’s La Liga Position

This victory is crucial for Atlético Madrid, as it solidifies their hold on third place in La Liga for the 2024/25 season, behind only barcelona and Real Madrid. The win demonstrates their competitiveness and ambition to remain among the top teams in Spanish football.

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