Álvarez got the decider when Atlético Madrid sink Celta de Vigo
A dramatic goal was scored right at the death in the 90th minute when J. Alvarez netted, with an assist by A. Griezmann, to make it 1-0 for Atlético Madrid.
Celta de Vigo are now in 10th place in the table, while Atlético Madrid are holding strong in third.
The second-half goal from Álvarez was the only one of the game, securing a 1-0 victory for Atlético Madrid away to Celta de Vigo in La Liga.
Celta de Vigo have upcoming matches against Girona on 29 September, Las Palmas on 5 October, and a much-anticipated clash with Real Madrid at home on 19 October. Atlético Madrid's next challenges are Real Madrid on 29 September, Real Sociedad on 6 October, and Leganés at home on 20 October.
The result means that Atlético Madrid, after seven games, remain undefeated this season.