Atletico edge Alaves to strengthen Liga top-four hold
After dropping points in a draw at Real Sociedad in their last league outing, Diego Simeone's side got back on track, moving seven points clear of Espanyol in fifth.
The Rojiblancos, fourth, trail leaders Barcelona by eight points before the champions visit Real Sociedad later on Sunday.
"There are no easy games and we're happy for the victory," Atletico midfielder Pablo Barrios told DAZN.
"Sorloth is a player who gives us a lot, who can help us break through in games which are blocked up, with...