Atlético Madrid Win LaLiga Futures | Gran Canaria 2024

A goal by Jaime Carnicero in the 13th minute was decisive for the red and white team, which thus won its fifth title in this prestigious international tournament.

Atlético de Madrid has been proclaimed champion of the 29th edition of the international children’s soccer tournament LaLiga FC Futuresby beating Villarreal CF this Monday (1-0), in the final played at the stadium in Gran Canariascene of the competition since last Saturday.

Atlético de Madrid are proclaimed LaLiga Futures champions in Gran Canaria by beating Villarreal CF (1-0). Image provided by the Cabildo of Gran Canaria.
Atlético de Madrid are proclaimed LaLiga Futures champions in Gran Canaria by beating Villarreal CF (1-0). Image provided by the Cabildo of Gran Canaria.

And goal by Jaime Carnicero In the 13th minute, a cross shot with his right leg was decisive for the red and white team, which thus won its fifth title in this prestigious international tournament.

Villarreal had good chances, even before the Madrid team’s goal, but found themselves with the good interventions by goalkeeper Íñigo Asorey, as well as the good general defensive behavior of the team Trained by Pablo Pérez.

In the second half, De Burgos Bengoetxea, referee of the final, disallowed a goal against the red and white Pablo Toro for using his left arm to control the ball. Atlético de Madrid successfully defended their minimal advantage until the end, to win the trophy that accredits them as five-time champion of the tournament.

Award Winners

In addition, they were also awarded Ibai García (Valencia) as best goalkeeper; Hugo Fernandez (Real Madrid) as top scorer, with five goals; Inter Milan (Italy) received the Fair Play award; and Viti (Atlético de Madrid) was elected the most valuable player of the tournament.

In the consolation final, Real Madrid beat Valencia CF 5-2, and took third place. Both teams have reached the final after defeating their rivals on penalties. Atlético de Madrid left Real Madrid in the semi-finals and Villarreal CF beat Valencia CF in the semi-final.

Atlético Madrid Win LaLiga Futures | Gran Canaria 2024
Atlético Madrid Win LaLiga Futures | Gran Canaria 2024
Villarreal CF players celebrate their place in the LaLiga final FC Futures / LaLiga

The semi-final between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid ended with the same result as the previous one (1-1), and was also resolved on penalties (1-2) with a goal from Luca Villason of the top scorer of the Spanish team, David Villa.

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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