Atleti conquers Los Angeles
Atlético de Madrid is already underway, preparing conscientiously for the Club World Cup. After a short break, Simeone’s team has resumed training in Majadahonda, although with the absence of the internationals who continue to defend the colors of their national teams.
The Rojiblancos will travel to the United States on Tuesday the 10th, where they will play this prestigious tournament organized by FIFA. Los Angeles will be Atleti’s base of operations, where they will play two key group stage matches: the first against PSG on June 15 and the last against Botafogo on Monday the 23rd.
In addition, they will face Seattle Sounders on Friday the 20th in the North American city. The club has chosen an emblematic place for its training sessions: the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
This stadium, with a rich and fascinating history, was built in 1923 and is the first venue to host the opening ceremonies and athletics competitions of three Olympic Games (1932, 1984 and 2028). In addition to being the home of the USC Trojans university American football team, it has hosted two Super Bowls, five CONCACAF Gold Cup tournaments and numerous international matches. Undoubtedly, a place with tradition for Atleti to prepare its assault on the Club World Cup.
