Atletico Madrid women’s team gained a crucial advantage in their Copa de la Reina semi-final match with a 1-0 victory over Tenerife, thanks to a late goal by Brazilian player Gio Garbelini. This win comes as a much-needed boost for the team, who currently find themselves struggling in sixth place in Liga F. With their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League slipping away, the cup final presents their only shot at salvaging what has been a tumultuous season so far.

The match, which took place at the Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares, saw Atletico face a solid Tenerife team. Despite their difficulties in generating offensive plays, the late goal from Garbelini not only secured the win but also instilled a sense of hope in the squad. Travel to the Canary Islands next week, Atletico will head into the second leg of the semifinals with the advantage of an away goal, thus allowing them a better chance to reach the final of the prestigious tournament.

This victory is also significant as it reflects the competitive spirit of Atletico Madrid, who are determined to turn their season around against the backdrop of earlier disappointments in Liga F. The upcoming match will be vital as they will strive to maintain their upper hand against Tenerife to confirm their place in the Copa de la Reina final and potentially redeem their challenging season with a prestigious trophy.