Atletico Madrid beat third-tier L'Hospitalet in Copa del Rey round of 16

Published Dec. 3, 2014 5:06 p.m. ET

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MADRID -- Atletico Madrid swept to a 3-0 victory over third-tier L'Hospitalet in the last 16 of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday.

France midfielder Antoine Griezmann broke the deadlock in the 67th minute of the first leg match when he headed home defender Jesus Gamez's cross from the right.

Gabriel Fernandez converted a penalty in the 81st after Atletico's attacking midfielder Alessio Cerci was held by Agustin Fernandez as he advanced in the area.

Cristian Rodriguez struck the third from outside the area in the second minute of injury time.

Elsewhere, Malaga drew 1-1 with Deportivo.

In late matches, Huesca hosted Barcelona and Granada was at home to Cordoba.

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