De Paul: A Colchonero Making History
Rodrigo de Paul is living a sweet moment at Atlético de Madrid, establishing himself as a key piece in the team’s scheme. His stellar performance has not only earned him recognition from the fans, who chose him as the best player of the month of January, but has also allowed him to climb positions in the club’s history.
The match against Celta de Vigo at the Metropolitano marked his 168th match with the red and white shirt, equaling the legend Simao Sabrosa and placing him among the 100 players with the most matches in Atlético’s history. De Paul’s ambition does not stop there.
The Argentine international has other historical figures in his sights, including his own coach, Diego Simeone, who defended Atlético’s colors on 172 occasions. This milestone reflects De Paul’s commitment and dedication, who has earned the affection of the fans through effort and talent.
‘We are going to fight and be at the top’, declared De Paul, conveying the confidence that reigns in the Colchonero dressing room. His goal, like that of the entire team, is to enjoy the journey and go as far as possible, celebrating together the successes that are to come. Without a doubt, De Paul has become a benchmark and a key player in Atlético de Madrid’s aspiration to reach new goals.
