Baena, the next red and white reinforcement?

Atlético de Madrid is already planning for the 2025/2026 season, seeking to complete the reconstruction started in the previous summer market. One of the priorities is to strengthen the midfield, and Álex Baena, the talented Villarreal midfielder, is emerging as a strategic signing.

His youth, quality, and adaptability to Diego Simeone’s scheme make him a key target. According to recent reports, the operation is on track to be finalized in the summer. Baena, a 23-year-old Spanish international, has a release clause of 60 million euros.

His outstanding performance at Villarreal, with six goals and seven assists in the current League, has attracted the attention of several clubs, including some from the Premier League and Saudi Arabia. However, Atlético seems determined to get closer to that clause.

In fact, the player rejected a proposal from Saudi Arabia in the winter, a signal very well received by the red and white club. Baena’s versatility, capable of playing both in the center of the field and on the left wing, would be a valuable asset for Atlético, covering shortcomings shown during the season.

Although the player has expressed his desire to continue at Villarreal, he has also made it clear that only an offer from a top-level club could tempt him to change his mind. The red and white fans eagerly await the possible arrival of this promising player at the Metropolitano.

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Atlético's Youth Team Aims to Shine at the Metropolitano

Atlético de Madrid B is preparing for a crucial match at the Metropolitano, a luxury setting for a high-voltage game. The team, led by Fernando Torres, will face Betis Deportivo in a direct duel for the promotion playoff spots in the Primera RFEF.

This match represents a golden opportunity for Atlético B’s young talents to demonstrate their worth to a Rojiblanca fanbase eager to see the club’s future. The team arrives with high morale after a valuable draw in Yecla, and will look to extend their positive streak at home.

At the Cerro del Espino, they have proven to be a formidable opponent, stringing together four consecutive victories against Alcorcón, Hércules, Villarreal B and Murcia. A victory at the Metropolitano would mean the fifth. Fernando Torres will have to overcome some important absences.

Alejandro Iturbe and Jano Monserrate have been called up by the Spanish U-21 and U-19 national teams, respectively. In addition, Omar Janneh is serving his second match of suspension and is also called up with the Spanish U-19.

Despite these absences, the team is confident in the depth of their squad and the support of their fans to take all three points. Betis Deportivo, for their part, comes into the match after two consecutive victories, which anticipates an exciting and hard-fought match.

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Adrián Niño: The Red and White Dream is Played at the Metropolitano

Adrián Niño, the young forward of Atlético de Madrid B, is excited about the match they will play against Betis Deportivo at the Metropolitano.

The top scorer of the rojiblanco’s youth team is thrilled with the opportunity to play in such an emblematic scenario and encourages the fans to support the team, assuring that the players feel the colors and will leave everything on the field.

Niño highlights the good dynamics of the team, which is in promotion ‘play-off’ positions, and reiterates the clear objective: to be promoted. Aware of the difficulty of the match against Betis Deportivo, he recognizes the good level of the Betis youth academy and anticipates a disputed match.

However, he underlines the importance of going game by game, focusing on adding three points to reach the goal of promotion. In great shape, with a prominent goalscoring record, Adrián Niño feels ready to help the team and meet the expectations of coach Fernando Torres. The striker from Cádiz values the opportunity and the responsibility that playing at the Metropolitano implies, showing his commitment to the club and his desire to succeed as a rojiblanco player. For him, playing at the Metropolitano is a dream and he works every day to make it a reality.

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Rubén Cano and Atlético: A Love with Some Disagreements

The relationship between Atlético de Madrid and its legends is, in general, very well taken care of. The club usually recognizes and honors those who made the institution great, as we have seen in emotional farewells and commemorative events.

However, an incident recently arose that highlighted the need to continue improving certain aspects of this relationship. Rubén Cano, a historic rojiblanco forward, expressed his discontent after having to pay for a club shirt.

Cano requested the shirt to give to the doctors who treated him after an operation, and was surprised to have to pay 84 euros for it. This fact contrasts with the club’s subsequent request for Cano to donate his historical memories to the Metropolitano museum free of charge.

Faced with this situation, Cano decided to reject the donation and chose to raffle his memories among the fans, arguing that the recognition of the players should not depend exclusively on a museum, but on their legacy and the gratitude of the club.

The former player clarified that he is not looking for culprits, but simply exposed a situation that he considered unfair, asking that no reprisals be taken against anyone. Despite the incident, Cano reaffirmed his commitment to Atlético, a club that he will always defend.

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Marciniak, From the Derby to Germany-Italy After Controversy

Polish referee Szymon Marciniak, the protagonist of the controversial penalty annulment of Julián Álvarez in the Champions League derby against Real Madrid, has been appointed by UEFA to officiate the match between Germany and Italy in the Nations League.

This decision comes after Atlético de Madrid requested explanations from UEFA for the controversial action in the second leg, which ended with the elimination of the Rojiblancos in the penalty shootout.

Atlético considered that the annulment of the penalty, which would have meant 2-2 in the shootout, was incorrect. Álvarez slipped when taking the shot and, although he scored, the VAR intervened to annul the goal.

UEFA defended its decision based on IFAB rule 14.1, arguing that there was an unintentional double touch by the player. Despite the controversy generated by this event, Marciniak will continue his refereeing work.

In the Nations League match, he will be accompanied by his compatriot Pawel Pskit in the VAR and Tomasz Kwiatkowski as assistant, the same one who acted as VAR in the derby between Atlético and Real Madrid. Prior to this appointment, Marciniak had already officiated a Polish league match between Gornik Zabrze and Motor Lubin, where he also generated controversy by awarding a penalty to the away team which, after being saved by the goalkeeper, he ordered to be retaken after the VAR review for invasion of the area. In the replay, the goalkeeper saved the ball again.

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Atlético's Future is Forged in Alcalá!

Great news for the Rojiblancos’ youth academy! CUC Villalba, our third team and seedbed of future stars, will play its home games at Atlético de Madrid’s facilities in Alcalá de Henares. This decision, confirmed by the club, responds to the search for the best conditions for the development of our young talents.

The decision was made after the club requested this change due to the state of the playing field. The next home game, on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 12:30, will be an excellent opportunity to support our youth players and see the future of Atleti up close.

We encourage you to join the team in this new stage! In addition, it has been announced that next season CUC Villalba will be renamed Atlético de Madrid C, fully integrating into the club’s structure. This step further consolidates Atlético’s commitment to its youth academy and ensures a bright future for the Rojiblancos. Aúpa Atleti!

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Arbitral Controversy: Even Madrid Surprised by the Penalty?

The recent elimination of Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League against Real Madrid continues to generate controversy. The annulment of Julián Álvarez’s penalty goal, due to an alleged double touch after a slip, has raised blisters, and apparently, not only among Colchoneros fans.

According to sources close to the matter, even Real Madrid players were surprised by referee Szymon Marciniak’s decision! Apparently, several footballers from the White club, in private conversations with Atleti players after the match, confessed their astonishment at the annulment.

They found it an extreme measure, uncommon in elite football. Although some Real Madrid players protested the action to the referee at the time, others privately acknowledged the oddity of the situation.

This gesture, although not publicly acknowledged by Real Madrid, contrasts with the discourse of arbitral victimhood that is sometimes perceived from the capital.

The good relationship between players from both teams, teammates in national teams such as France (Griezmann, Tchouameni, Camavinga) and Uruguay (Giménez, Valverde), would have facilitated these sincere conversations.

From a legal point of view, the annulment of Julián Álvarez’s goal seems questionable. According to interpretations, IFAB rule 14 does not prohibit the double touch itself, but rather playing the ball again after putting it into play, which did not happen in the player’s action.

It is said that Atlético de Madrid could have challenged the penalty shootout, with a high probability of success. However, the Rojiblanca board chose not to escalate the situation, accepting the defeat despite the controversy.

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Gomis: End of the Road at Atlético?

Antonio Gomis, Atlético de Madrid’s third goalkeeper for the past two seasons, may be living his last days as a Colchonero player. Although Simeone values having him in the squad, the lack of playing time is a reality.

His opportunities were limited to international breaks, where he strengthened the reserve team. This season he has played three games with Atlético de Madrid B, while last season he played six.

However, in this last break, Gomis stayed working with the first team, missing the opportunity to play with the reserve team in a historic match at the Metropolitano. This decision may be related to the goalkeeper’s rejection of the renewal offer presented by the club in December.

Gomis already knows what it’s like to play with the first team. In the 22-23 season, he played a few minutes against Villarreal due to an injury to Grbic, who in turn was replacing Oblak. Previously, he debuted with the first team as a field player in a Jesús Gil y Gil Memorial against Numancia, showing his versatility.

Now, with several Second Division teams interested in signing him, Gomis’s future seems far from Atlético. Changes are coming in the Rojiblanca goal and Gomis may be looking for new horizons where he can have more prominence.

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Atleti B Conquers the Metropolitano

Atleti B is preparing to shine at the Metropolitano! The Rojiblancos’ subsidiary had the opportunity to train at the iconic stadium this Friday, anticipating the exciting match on Saturday at 6 PM against Betis Deportivo, corresponding to matchday 29 of group 2 of Primera RFEF.

The team, currently in a ‘play-off’ position in fifth place, took the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the dimensions and the field’s grass, a significant change from their usual training ground.

Fernando Torres, at the helm of the team, will face some key absences, including Iturbe (with the Spanish U-21 team), Jano and Omar Janneh (called up by the U-19, in addition to Janneh’s suspension). Mollejo continues his recovery.

However, there is good news: Borja Garcés and Javi Serrano have overcome their discomfort and will be ready to give their all on the field. Betis Deportivo, tenth in the table and only two points behind Atleti B, promises to be a challenging rival. The Metropolitano will be dressed in red and white to support our young talents!

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News from the National Team! Le Normand, with Discomfort

Attention, Rojiblancos fans! Our Le Normand finished the match against the Netherlands with discomfort in his ankle, after a hard tackle that cost the Dutch player a red card.

Although the Atlético de Madrid central defender finished the match, he looked limping, and his evolution in the coming days will be key to determining if he will be available for the crucial return match.

Le Normand’s grit and commitment are undeniable, and we hope he can recover in time to continue defending the colors of the national team and, of course, those of Atleti. The news has caused some concern, but we trust in the physical and mental strength of our player.

We will be attentive to the news, providing all our support so that he returns to 100% as soon as possible. Cheer up, Robin! From the Metropolitano we send you all the strength for a speedy recovery. Aúpa Atleti!

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