Real Madrid's teen striker Rodriguez rescues derby draw against Atletico

The point reduces Barcelona's lead to seven points.

Alvaro Rodriguez of Real Madrid celebrates after scoring against Atletico. Picture: Angel Martinez/Getty Images

Real Madrid's young striker Alvaro Rodriguez salvaged a late 1-1 draw for the champions in a tense derby clash against 10-man Atletico Madrid on Saturday in La Liga.

The point reduces league leaders Barcelona's advantage on Los Blancos to seven points, but gives the Catalans the chance to expand the gap to 10 on Sunday against Almeria.