2023-03 Atletico Sport
01.03.2023 11:15 / Atletico Sport
“Reinildo, out for 7 to 8 months due to a knee and meniscus injury.”
The Club Atlético de Madrid winger, Reinildo, suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, as well as a meniscus injury, according to Doctor Guillén, who intervened. The estimated sick leave time is 7 to 8 months, due to the need for meniscal suture and recovery from both injuries.
The player must rest for the first two weeks and then start physiotherapy. The injury occurred by chance during a game, when stepping on and turning the joint, displacing the femur and causing the injury. The recovery will include races and potentiation in the field from the fourth or fifth month. The news comes after a weekend marked by Reinildo’s injury and an attempted robbery at the club.
02.03.2023 15:45 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone changes the eleven to face Sevilla”
Club Atlético de Madrid prepares to face Sevilla in a league match. Coach Simeone has made a last-minute change in the lineup, with the intention of recovering the defense of five due to losses in the team.
Marcos Llorente and Carrasco will act as long laners, while Koke and Pablo Barrios will be in the midfield along with Lemar, who will replace Saúl. Dutch striker Memphis Depay could make his first start in Morata’s place, while Griezmann will complete the attacking line-up.
The team looks for the victory and the goal in this match. Join the Atlético de Madrid newsletter to stay up-to-date with all the news about the team, the Academy and the Femenino. WOW ATHLETE!
03.03.2023 15:04 / Atletico Sport
“Cuadra Fernández to referee Atleti-Sevilla with González González in the VAR”
The Technical Committee of Referees has appointed Cuadra Fernández as the referee for the match between Atlético de Madrid and Sevilla, with González González in the VAR. After the controversy of the derby, where Atleti suffered an expulsion, this choice is a lesser evil for Simeone’s team.
Cuadra Fernández has already refereed Atleti this season, disallowing a goal from Valencia for a foul on Joao Félix and not sending off Musah. The match will be crucial for Atleti in their fight for the La Liga title.
03.03.2023 15:04 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone criticizes Xavi and referees before Sevilla match”
Diego Pablo Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, spoke before the match against Sevilla and criticized both former Barcelona player Xavi and the referees. Regarding Barcelona’s game in the last match, Simeone said that “words are words” and that what matters are the facts, which in this case were a comfortable victory for the Catalan team.
He also referred to the refereeing controversy in the Madrid derby and said that “it exceeds what can be explained”. About the match against Sevilla, he highlighted the improvement of the Andalusian team since the arrival of Sampaoli and the importance of the fans to achieve qualification for the Champions League.
03.03.2023 20:05 / Atletico Sport
“Atleti demands equal application of rules from referees”
Atletico Madrid has sent a message on social media asking referees to apply the rules equally for all teams. The club has complained about refereeing on several occasions, especially after the derby against Real Madrid and the Copa del Rey match between Madrid and Barcelona.
In their message, Atleti urges fans to share it if they want the rules to be applied fairly. Additionally, the club has used its own slogan to add irony to the message. Accompanying the message, Atleti has posted an image of the cover of the rules of the game for the 22/23 season by the IFAB.
03.03.2023 20:25 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone pays tribute to Luis Aragonés before Sevilla match”
Diego Pablo Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, has written an emotional open letter to Luis Aragonés, former coach of the team, ahead of the match against Sevilla. In the letter, Simeone thanks Aragonés for his legacy and love for the club, and expresses his respect towards him.
He also talks about his privilege of leading the team and his commitment to the club and fans. Additionally, he highlights the importance of having committed players and a good coaching staff, as well as the determination and trust of the club’s leaders. Simeone will surpass 612 games in charge of Atlético de Madrid in this match, making this tribute even more significant.
04.03.2023 14:25 / Atletico Sport
“Pablo Barrios
Atlético de Madrid player Pablo Barrios expresses his love for the team and what it means to him to reach the first team. He talks about his adaptation to the team and gratitude for the welcome he has received.
Barrios also mentions Antoine Griezmann as the player who has surprised him the most with his quality. For Barrios, Atlético de Madrid is everything in his life, both personally and professionally. He also shares some of his player quirks.
04.03.2023 14:45 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone recovers Kondogbia and calls up youth players to complete the squad”
Atlético de Madrid faces Sevilla in a league match with many absences in the squad. Diego Simeone has lost two players due to suspension and Reinildo due to injury. Reguilón and De Paul are also unavailable due to their respective muscle injuries.
Nahuel Molina and Correa are also suspended. To complete the squad, Simeone has called up two youth players: Marco in defense and Carlos Martín in attack. The only positive news is the recovery of Kondogbia. This match will be historic for Simeone as he surpasses Luis Aragonés as the coach with the most matches in the club’s history.
04.03.2023 22:26 / Atletico Sport
“Koke praises Simeone and Griezmann”
Koke, a player for Atlético Madrid, has praised his coach Diego Simeone and forward Antoine Griezmann after the team’s victory in a special match for fans.
Koke highlighted Simeone’s importance to the club, saying “one can’t imagine Atlético without Cholo anymore.” He also praised Griezmann’s play, calling him one of the best players in the world and highlighting his important role on the team. Koke also spoke about the importance of forwards scoring goals and the need to stay focused on the next match.
04.03.2023 22:41 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone praises fan support in Atleti’s victory against Sevilla”
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke about the importance of fan support in the team’s victory against Sevilla. Simeone also made history by becoming the coach with the most games in the club’s history. He praised Antoine Griezmann’s dedication and his role as a World Cup champion.
The team’s goal is the Champions League, but Simeone acknowledged that Real Sociedad and Betis are having an extraordinary season. He also expressed gratitude towards Sevilla’s fans for how they treated him when he was a player.
04.03.2023 23:11 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone honored with historic Atlético de Madrid victory over Sevilla”
Atlético de Madrid paid tribute to their coach, Diego Pablo Simeone, with a historic 6-1 victory over Sevilla in the Liga. Simeone surpassed Luis Aragonés as the coach with the most games in the history of the club with 613 games.
Memphis Depay scored two goals, one to space and another authentic golazo from the frontal. Griezmann also joined the party with a golazo and direct dedication to Simeone. Carrasco, Morata and Barrios completed the rout. Sevilla reduced the gap just before half-time with a goal from En-Nesyri, but Atlético de Madrid continued to dominate the game. The victory placed the team third in the standings, one point above Real Sociedad.
05.03.2023 13:28 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone makes history at Atlético de Madrid”
The coach of Atlético de Madrid, Diego Simeone, surpassed Luis Aragonés as the coach with the most games at the helm of the team, after completing 613 matches. In a historic day for the Cholo, the team won an important and exciting game, in which Antoine Griezmann was one of the standout players.
Simeone highlighted the importance of the Frenchman’s commitment to the game and his leadership in the team. Despite the victory and the rout, the Argentine coach maintains his philosophy of taking it one game at a time and rising from difficulties.
Simeone thanks all the players who have been part of his time at Atlético and remembers Luis Aragonés, who is the only one who could understand his path. The season has been difficult, but the change in results reflects the team’s commitment and the identification of the fans with it.
06.03.2023 17:33 / Atletico Sport
“Joao Félix talks about Chelsea and their style of play”
Joao Félix, on loan from Atlético de Madrid to Chelsea, spoke about his experience in the English team and his goal of playing, scoring and winning.
Despite only achieving one victory in the six games he has played, he is happy in his loan and states that Chelsea is a team that likes to attack and dominate the game, allowing him to feel free playing as he likes. He is also excited about the Champions League and the opportunity to come back in the second leg of the round of 16. He also recalls his expulsion in his debut and the support of the team.
06.03.2023 18:29 / Atletico Sport
“Joao Félix talks about his future in Chelsea and the importance of the Champions League”
Joao Félix, Chelsea player and former Atlético de Madrid player, has talked about his future in the London team and the possibility of returning to Atleti. Although he does not venture to decide now, he shows his happiness in London and makes it clear that the Champions League is an important part of the decision-making process.
The situation at Chelsea is not optimistic and qualifying for the top European competition seems complicated. However, Félix is focused on this year and they have many games to reach the Champions League through the Premier League. Ultimately, playing in the Champions League is an important decision but nobody knows about the future.
07.03.2023 18:39 / Atletico Sport
“Atlético de Madrid prepares clothing line to commemorate its 120th anniversary”
Atlético de Madrid is working with Nike on a new clothing line to commemorate the club’s 120th anniversary. The clothing line will pay tribute to the club’s roots, using the foundation colors of blue and white, as well as the first shield it shared with Athletic Club.
The clothing line will include a polo shirt and a jacket, both with the foundational colors and the first shield of the entity. The polo shirt will have a blue collar split by a white stripe with the word “Atleti” in blue letters. The jacket will be entirely blue except for the sleeves, which will be white. The goal is to honor the club’s 120th anniversary.
08.03.2023 17:43 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone thanks Luis for understanding”
Diego Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, was honored at the Metropolitano Stadium for his career with the club. During the event, he talked about his arrival to the team and important moments such as the comeback in the league and the victory in the Europa League.
He highlighted the importance of his coaching staff and the strength and confidence that has allowed them to stay together for so many years. Simeone valued the 623 games he has coached at Atlético and thanked Luis, his friend and confidant, for understanding what has happened in his career.
08.03.2023 20:56 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone highlights the importance of energy at Atlético de Madrid”
During his tribute as a club legend, Diego Simeone spoke about the importance of energy at Atlético de Madrid. The coach emphasized the emotion and excitement transmitted by the fans before matches, which generates a positive energy in the team.
Simeone also referred to the winter transfer window departures and made it clear that energy is the most important word to achieve success in football. According to the Argentine coach, when there is good energy, good things happen and when there is bad energy, bad things happen. Therefore, it is essential to work on maintaining a positive energy in the team to compete and win titles.
09.03.2023 17:08 / Atletico Sport
“De Paul doubtful for Girona match”
The Atlético de Madrid is preparing to face Girona in the next La Liga match. Coach Diego Pablo Simeone will have Nahuel Molina and Ángel Correa back from suspension, but Rodrigo De Paul remains a doubt for the game, despite training with the team.
He joins Reinildo and Sergio Reguilón on the injury list. Reinildo will miss the rest of the season due to injury, while Reguilón continues his recovery from a muscle injury. The Atlético de Madrid hopes to have De Paul available for the Girona match, but his presence is not yet confirmed.
10.03.2023 10:38 / Atletico Sport
“‘El Anfiteatro’, the magazine of the Union of Fans with renowned signatures”
The International Union of Atlético de Madrid Fans has launched its 33rd edition of ‘El Anfiteatro’ magazine, which now features the signatures of renowned sports journalists such as Alejandro Requeijo, Rubén Uría and Carmen Calvo.
The magazine aims to provide independent opinions for Atlético de Madrid fans and includes 17 opinion articles about the team. The publication will be available in print and PDF formats. The launch event was attended by the president of the Association of Atlético de Madrid Legends, Roberto Solozabal.
10.03.2023 12:53 / Atletico Sport
“Melero López and González González to referee Girona-Atleti”
The Technical Committee of Referees has appointed Melero López as the main referee for the match between Girona and Atlético de Madrid in Montilivi, with González González as VAR referee. Although Melero has only refereed the colchonero team once this season, his history with the team is not positive.
In the game in which Atlético won the 2021 League, Melero was in charge of refereeing the team’s defeat against Levante by 0-2. In addition, in the 19 games he has refereed for the rojiblanco team, he has shown 44 yellow cards and six red cards. The match will take place next Monday to close matchday 25 of the National League Championship.
10.03.2023 13:24 / Atletico Sport
“Atleti to visit Rayo Vallecano on April 9th at 9pm”
Atlético de Madrid has confirmed the date and time of their visit to Rayo Vallecano in the 28th round of La Liga. The match will take place on Sunday, April 9th at 9pm, and will be the team’s first game away from the Metropolitano after the international break.
This will be the fifth consecutive game that Atleti plays at 9pm, and it can be followed on DAZN. Simeone’s team will play against Sporting de Gijón, Barcelona, Valencia, Betis and finally Rayo Vallecano at this time.
10.03.2023 14:00 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone maintains five-defender line for Girona match”
The coach of Atlético de Madrid, Diego Simeone, has decided to maintain the five-defender line for the match against Girona. Despite Nahuel’s recovery, Simeone has opted to keep Mario Hermoso on the wing and place Nahuel Molina on the right flank.
In addition, Koke will return to the midfield alongside Lemar and Marcos Llorente as interiors. The attack will be led by Griezmann and Memphis Depay, who won the first duel for the starting position against Morata after scoring a double against Sevilla. Belgian Witsel will go to the bench and has been seen exercising in Giménez’s position during training. Simeone insists on a defense with three central defenders, formed by Savic, Giménez and Hermoso.
11.03.2023 12:18 / Atletico Sport
“Griezmann praises quality of some Girona players”
French striker Antoine Griezmann of Atlético de Madrid talked about the upcoming Liga match against Girona and praised the quality of some of their players, such as Riquelme and Aleix García.
Griezmann also expressed his happiness for his good personal form and that of the team, and stated that they will continue working to stay strong defensively and cause damage in every offensive action. He also lamented the injury of Reinildo, an important player for the team, and wished him a speedy recovery. Atlético de Madrid will seek the three points in a tough match.
11.03.2023 20:07 / Atletico Sport
“Witsel’s father threatens to look for other options if he doesn’t play enough”
Axel Witsel’s father has expressed concern about his son’s lack of playing time at Atlético de Madrid in recent months. Thierry Witsel has made it clear that if his son doesn’t play enough, they will consider other options.
Despite receiving praise for his performances at the beginning of the season, the situation has changed and Axel has been relegated to the bench. His father has spoken with coach Diego Simeone to express his dissatisfaction, but without getting angry. We’ll see if this bears fruit in the next game.
12.03.2023 11:38 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone sends a message to Madrid over ‘Caso Negreira’”
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has sent a message to Real Madrid ahead of their match against Girona in La Liga. Simeone referred to the ‘Caso Negreira’, a matter that needs to be resolved by the appropriate people so that all teams play with the same tools.
He also talked about competition in midfield and the importance of maintaining competitiveness to compete at the highest level. Simeone mentioned the match against Girona and their player Riquelme, whom he will greet before the game. Simeone did not want to talk about whether this is the worst moment for Atlético Madrid, but he assured that the team is excited and ready to compete.
13.03.2023 15:59 / Atletico Sport
“De Paul and Marco, new additions to Atleti’s list to face Girona”
Atletico Madrid is getting ready to face Girona in the 25th round of La Liga. If they win, they will increase their lead over the teams following them in the table. For this match, coach Simeone has called up young central defender Marco, who joins the list of injured players Reinildo and Reguilon.
Additionally, Rodrigo De Paul returns after missing the last three games due to muscle discomfort. The match will be tough, but Atleti has strong internal competition in all lines, from defense to attack.
13.03.2023 21:40 / Atletico Sport
“Referee reviews possible penalty but it’s cancelled due to attack foul by Atleti”
During the match between Atleti and Girona, Melero López was called to the VAR to review a possible handball by Romeu that could have resulted in the first penalty in favor of Atleti this season.
However, after reviewing the play, it was determined that Hermoso had pushed Romeu before he touched the ball with his hand, resulting in an attack foul by Atleti. Despite the disappointment of Atleti fans, the referee’s decision was well understood and the game continued without a penalty.
13.03.2023 22:05 / Atletico Sport
“Atlético de Madrid wins in a tough match”
Atlético de Madrid won against Girona in a difficult match thanks to a goal in stoppage time. The team had a shaky start and struggled against Girona’s dominance, but improved in the second half with the entry of Carrasco and Simeone’s substitutions.
Despite missed opportunities from Memphis and Griezmann, it was De Paul who scored the winning goal. Oblak also had a great performance, saving the team from a Girona goal. Now, Atlético prepares to face Valencia.
13.03.2023 22:40 / Atletico Sport
“Oblak highlights team improvement after the World Cup”
Atlético de Madrid’s goalkeeper, Jan Oblak, was key in the team’s victory against Girona. In an interview, he emphasized the importance of believing and working hard to achieve goals.
He also talked about his spectacular save that prevented Girona from equalizing and stated that the team has improved a lot since the World Cup. Despite being far from the title, the team continues to work hard to be as high as possible in the table. Oblak is confident that the season will end well and that they must keep moving forward and working. Aúpa Atleti!
13.03.2023 23:05 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone defends the value of 1-0 after victory against Girona”
Diego Simeone, the coach of Atlético de Madrid, spoke about their 0-1 victory against Girona in La Liga. Simeone highlighted the difficulty of the match and the importance of concentration to win by a single goal.
He also talked about the team’s competition and unity, and how substitutions gave vitality to the attack. Simeone praised Álvaro Morata, who came on in the second half and scored the winning goal. Additionally, he spoke about Girona’s young player Arnau Martínez and his growth as a footballer. Atlético de Madrid hopes to continue their good form in their next home game.
14.03.2023 18:10 / Atletico Sport
“Atleti removes biometric access control to the South Stand of the Metropolitano”
Atlético de Madrid has decided to withdraw the biometric access control, also known as fingerprint, for fans located in the South Stand of the Metropolitano Stadium.
The decision was made after the Spanish Data Protection Agency issued a report stating that this system may constitute an intrusive treatment of the rights and freedoms of fans. The proposal of the Anti-Violence Commission at the initiative of La Liga had led Spain to be the only European Union league with this type of access without consent or voluntariness by the identified person. The measure has been questioned by fans of Burgos and finally Atleti has decided to back down.
16.03.2023 15:40 / Atletico Sport
“De Paul to start for Atleti against Valencia”
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has tested a new formation in training ahead of their match against Valencia. The only change would be the inclusion of Rodrigo De Paul in midfield alongside Koke and Marcos Llorente. Reguilon and Reinildo are still recovering from injuries.
In defense, Savic, Gimenez, and Hermoso would continue as starters, while Nahuel Molina and Carrasco would be the wing-backs. Up front, Cholo Simeone would stick with the duo of Memphis and Griezmann. The match is crucial for Atleti, who are looking to stay at the top of the La Liga table.
17.03.2023 10:45 / Atletico Sport
“Koke and Llorente left out of Spain’s squad”
Luis de la Fuente has surprised everyone by not calling up Koke and Marcos Llorente for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers. The captain of Atlético Madrid and also of the national team during the last call-ups will not be present this time.
In addition, Mario Hermoso has also been left out. The only representative from Diego Pablo Simeone’s team is striker Álvaro Morata. Despite his good performance in recent months, Koke has been left out of the squad. This situation is quite disappointing for the player and the team.
17.03.2023 12:00 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone sends warning message despite tranquility”
Diego Pablo Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, analyzed the upcoming match against Valencia in a press conference. He highlighted the importance of player Rodrigo de Paul and his possible starting position.
He also referred to Koke’s absence from the Spanish national team call-up and praised Valencia’s good work since Baraja became coach. Simeone praised player Samuel Lino and remained vigilant for any situation. Additionally, he was pleased with the atmosphere at the Metropolitano and did not want to comment on the request for VAR by teams.
17.03.2023 12:40 / Atletico Sport
“Munuera Montero to referee Atleti - Valencia at the Metropolitano”
Referee Munuera Montero has been chosen to officiate the match between Atlético de Madrid and Valencia at the Metropolitano. This decision has not been well received by the colchonero team, as the Andalusian referee has a bad history with them.
Munuera Montero has refereed two matches for Atlético this season, both ending in defeat for Simeone’s team and with a controversial red card in each one. Valencia, on the other hand, comes into the match after a victory against Girona. The game will feature Medié Jiménez in the VAR room.
18.03.2023 12:34 / Atletico Sport
“Xavi responds to Simeone about Atlético de Madrid’s playing style”
Xavi Hernández, coach of FC Barcelona, responded to Simeone’s words about Atlético de Madrid’s playing style. Xavi mentioned that they always want to press the goalkeeper and have possession of the ball.
He also added that Barcelona historically won the first European Cup 1-0 with Koeman’s goal and nobody said anything about the style. Xavi also addressed Simeone’s words and sent a message to the coach saying that he doesn’t know why things are being said about winning 1-0. He has respect for Cholo and everyone else. Their idea is clear and the players know it.
18.03.2023 13:50 / Atletico Sport
“Iturbe included in the squad to face Valencia”
The Atlético de Madrid prepares to face Valencia in a La Liga match with few surprises in the squad. The only surprise is the inclusion of young goalkeeper Iturbe, who will be the third goalkeeper in the match. Sergio Reguilón and Reinildo will not be available due to injuries.
The match pits two teams in different situations in the domestic competition. If Atlético wins, they will solidify their position in third place and have second place in sight.
18.03.2023 23:10 / Atletico Sport
“Marcos Llorente talks about Atlético de Madrid’s victory against Valencia”
Marcos Llorente, player of Atlético de Madrid, analyzed the victory of his team against Valencia in a Liga match marked by VAR and refereeing. Atlético de Madrid achieved another victory that keeps them in third place in the standings.
Llorente highlighted the good state of the team and the importance of continuing to work to achieve their goals. He also stated that they wanted to win before but it didn’t work out, and now they are enjoying a good dynamic. The team’s objective is to finish as high as possible in La Liga and fight for second place.
18.03.2023 23:35 / Atletico Sport
“Atleti beats Valencia despite Munuera’s refereeing”
Atlético de Madrid defeated Valencia in a La Liga match where the rojiblancos were superior. Despite referee Munuera Montero’s attempts to prevent Atleti’s victory, they managed to take all three points. The game started with a lively Metropolitano and Atleti seeking victory from the start.
Although there were several chances, the goal did not come until the second half when Griezmann scored a great goal after a good play by Marcos Llorente. Although Valencia equalized through Hugo Duro, VAR disallowed the goal due to a previous foul. Carrasco extended the lead and Lemar sealed the game with a header. With this win, Atleti is closer to being the runner-up in La Liga.
18.03.2023 23:40 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone praises Griezmann for his game interpretation”
The coach of Atlético de Madrid, Diego Simeone, talked about the team’s victory against Valencia in a league match. He highlighted the team’s improvement in recent weeks and the importance of having a united group.
He also spoke about the competition in the midfield and the lack of opportunities for some players. Simeone praised Antoine Griezmann for his ability to interpret the game and his ability to create danger on the field.
20.03.2023 20:28 / Atletico Sport
“Reguilón could return to play with Atlético de Madrid against Betis”
During the first training session of the international break, Atlético de Madrid worked with only half of their squad due to international commitments. However, the big news was the presence of Sergio Reguilón, who has been working separately from the group to recover from a muscular injury.
The Real Madrid loanee could make a comeback in the next match against Betis at the Metropolitano. Although he hasn’t played much under Simeone, Reinildo’s injury and Reguilón’s good performances before his own injury could give him another chance to wear the red and white shirt.
21.03.2023 15:55 / Atletico Sport
“Pablo Barrios makes his debut with Spain’s U-21 team”
Young Atlético de Madrid academy player, Pablo Barrios, has been called up by U-21 coach Santi Denia for matches against Switzerland and France. This is Barrios’ first call-up to the U-21 team, having previously been called up for the U-19 team.
He will be the only representative from Atlético de Madrid in the squad, while his teammate Álvaro Morata has been called up to the senior team. Despite his good form, Barrios has had limited playing time with the first team, making his call-up a surprise. He will join fellow academy players Rodrigo Riquelme and Sergio Camello, as well as Osasuna loanee Manu Sánchez in the squad.
22.03.2023 10:56 / Atletico Sport
“Negreira’s son accuses Barcelona of benefiting in Atleti’s elimination”
Ok Diario has revealed a conversation between Javier Enríquez, son of José María Enríquez Negreira, and former Barça executive Albert Soler. In it, Negreira’s son mocks Atlético Madrid’s elimination from the Copa del Rey against Barcelona, with questionable refereeing.
The second leg of the 2016/2017 semi-finals was marked by controversial refereeing decisions that harmed Atleti, such as a penalty not awarded in their favor and a wrongly disallowed goal. Negreira’s son accused Barcelona of benefiting from these refereeing errors.
22.03.2023 17:25 / Atletico Sport
“Grbic leaves Atleti due to Croatia call-up”
Atlético de Madrid’s second goalkeeper, Ivo Grbic, has left the team after being called up by Croatia due to the illness of his teammate Ivica Ivusic. Although Grbic had not been previously called up, he was urgently summoned to join the Croatian team for their Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Turkey and Wales. This unexpected absence is a blow to coach Diego Simeone, who had already lost another player, Pablo Barrios, to the U-21 team.
23.03.2023 04:00 / Atletico Sport
“Joao Félix talks about his adaptation to Chelsea”
Joao Félix, Atletico Madrid player on loan to Chelsea, spoke about his adaptation to the English team during a press conference at the Portuguese national team’s training camp. Although he preferred to focus on the national team, the Portuguese player stated that he is enjoying the change and adapting well.
He also talked about the changes in the Portuguese national team and the arrival of new head coach Roberto Martinez, who has presented new ideas to improve the team’s offensive play. Joao Félix remains an important player for both Portugal and Atletico Madrid.
23.03.2023 05:00 / Atletico Sport
“Atlético de Madrid shows solidarity with volcano victims in La Palma.”
Atlético de Madrid showed its solidarity with the victims of the eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano in La Palma by inviting the coaching staff and players of CD Atlético Paso to watch the match against Valencia at the Metropolitano.
The Canarian club, which suffered the effects of the volcano on its economic and sporting situation, achieved promotion to the fourth tier of Spanish football and eliminated Real Murcia in the Copa del Rey.
Atlético de Madrid B defeated Atlético Paso in the first leg, but the gesture of the red and white club strengthened the relationship between both teams. This example shows that football can be a medicine for the soul and unite peoples in difficult times.
24.03.2023 22:20 / Atletico Sport
“Memphis Depay criticizes Barcelona’s training and praises Atlético de Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid striker Memphis Depay has spoken about his improvement under Diego Pablo Simeone and expressed his happiness with the team. He also criticized the training methods at his former club, FC Barcelona, and praised the explosive and intense training at Atlético.
Depay emphasized the importance of such training for his body and spoke about his competition with Morata. Overall, Depay feels comfortable at Atlético and stressed the need for specific training to be in optimal physical condition.
27.03.2023 19:30 / Atletico Sport
“Griezmann confirms new Atleti kit for 120th anniversary”
Atlético de Madrid is preparing several novelties to celebrate its 120th anniversary, including a new kit that will be used in the match against Mallorca and also away from home in the 2023/24 season.
Griezmann has confirmed through his social media that the shirt will have the colors and shield of the club’s foundation, with blue sleeves instead of alternating blue and white. The kit will be one of the great novelties in the anniversary match, still without a confirmed date or time.
27.03.2023 19:55 / Atletico Sport
“Atlético inquires about Ceballos”
According to Diario Marca, Atlético de Madrid has asked about the situation of Dani Ceballos, a player for Real Madrid whose contract ends in June. Although Ceballos has expressed his desire to renew with the white team, his representative has allegedly leaked a supposed call from Atlético to pressure Real Madrid.
However, it is not certain if Atlético has actually contacted Ceballos. The Andalusian player has also received interest from Premier League teams, but has stated that his focus is on current competitions and not his future.
28.03.2023 02:00 / Atletico Sport
“Atleti sells tickets for the game against Mallorca at popular prices”
Atlético de Madrid has put tickets for the game against Mallorca on sale at popular prices as part of the celebration of the club’s 120th anniversary. Prices range from 10 to 30 euros, but are only available to club members.
In addition, the tickets will be commemorative and illustrated with a special design of the anniversary logo. All season ticket holders who attend the stadium will receive a commemorative certificate in their email. The match has not yet been confirmed with a date or time, but a full stadium is expected.
28.03.2023 08:55 / Atletico Sport
“Memphis Depay injured after scoring with his national team”
Atlético de Madrid’s forward, Memphis Depay, suffered an injury during a match with his national team after scoring a goal. Although the severity of the injury is unknown, the player hopes it’s not too bad.
Depay also talked about the difficulty of the season and his desire to improve on the field. The injury will be evaluated when he returns to Madrid and undergoes further medical tests.
29.03.2023 12:10 / Atletico Sport
“Simeone recovers internationals for Betis match”
Atlético de Madrid has returned to training with the recovery of several international players ahead of their upcoming match against Betis. Coach Diego Simeone has worked with up to ten players, including Griezmann, Kondogbia and Doherty, who have returned from their respective national team call-ups.
However, Reguilón remains injured and Reinildo is also out of the group. Oblak will start against Betis and Memphis Depay has been at the sports facility, although it is unknown if he will play after his injury. The team is focused on the weekend match and hopes to secure a victory.
29.03.2023 16:30 / Atletico Sport
“Memphis Depay out with muscle injury in thigh”
Dutch forward Memphis Depay has suffered a muscle injury in his thigh and will miss the next game against Betis. After undergoing medical tests, it has been confirmed that he will be out for at least two weeks.
Depay had been in good form in recent matches, so his injury comes at a bad time for the team, who are fighting to maintain their second place in the table. The player will undergo physiotherapy and rehabilitation training to recover as soon as possible.
30.03.2023 10:52 / Atletico Sport
“Martínez Munuera and Mateu Lahoz in Atleti-Betis”
Atleti faces Betis in the league with referee Martínez Munuera on the field and Mateu Lahoz in the VAR. Although Munuera has refereed two victories for Atleti this season, he has also made controversial decisions in previous matches.
In addition, Canales’ four-game suspension for his comments about Munuera has generated controversy. On the other hand, Lahoz has also been the subject of controversy this season. The match promises to be interesting with these two referees on the field and the VAR.
