Alexander Sorloth hat-trick sends Atletico Madrid into last 16

Alexander Sorloth scored a hat-trick to guide Atletico Madrid into the Champions League last 16 with a commanding victory over Club Brugge.

The Spanish side won 4-1 on the night to secure a chaotic 7-4 aggregate triumph following a high-scoring two-legged tie.

Sorloth joins exclusive club

The Norwegian striker produced a clinical display of finishing to settle the contest at the Metropolitano Stadium.

In doing so, the 28-year-old became only the second player in the club’s history to net a treble in the competition since 2014.

His contribution ensured Diego Simeone’s side avoided any potential upset against their Belgian opponents.

Simeone’s side march on

Despite the comfortable final scoreline on the night, the aggregate nature of the contest kept the tension high until the hosts pulled away.

The Rojiblancos displayed the necessary ruthlessness in front of goal that has occasionally been missing in recent European campaigns.

Atletico will now look ahead to the knockout stages having rediscovered their scoring touch on home soil.