2023-05 Mas Atletico
01.05.2023 00:11 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético de Madrid wins in Pucela with difficulties”
Atlético de Madrid won against Real Valladolid with a final score of 2-5 in their visit to the José Zorrilla Stadium. The colchoneros dominated in the first half, playing with one-touch passes, a solid defense, and a strong attack that led them to score three goals in the first 30 minutes of the game.
In the second half, however, Valladolid improved and scored two goals, putting pressure on the red and white team. The match showed that although the numbers may show Atlético’s dominance, the reality is that the victory was marked by luck. Antoine Griezmann was one of the standout players of the match, being a key piece in Atlético’s play.
03.05.2023 07:27 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético seeks comeback against Real Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid, which seemed to be in a precarious position in January, has the opportunity to make a great comeback tonight. In their return from Qatar, the team lost to FC Barcelona and was 13 points behind Real Madrid in LaLiga’s standings.
However, in the 18 Liga matches since then, Atlético has been able to close the gap and now has the opportunity to surpass Real Madrid if they manage to beat Cádiz tonight at the Metropolitano Stadium. If they do, they will have accumulated 14 more points than Real Madrid in 19 games. Cádiz, meanwhile, is fighting for its survival in the Primera División.
04.05.2023 00:55 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético Madrid is enjoying its best football moment.”
In the last four months, Atlético de Madrid has undergone a transformation. The team has gone from being a team without goals and ideas to being the best team in LaLiga. The security the team transmits on the field is felt in the stands, with the perception that Atlético will score and win the match.
In addition, the team now comes out onto the field to attack, always looking for the second and third goal. Possession of the ball has also improved, with quick passing movements.
All of this is thanks to Antoine Griezmann, one of the best players in the history of Atleti, who creates an ecosystem around him in which everything he does makes sense. The Frenchman was key in the victory against Cádiz. Atlético Madrid is enjoying its best football moment.
13.05.2023 14:28 / Mas Atletico
“Simeone prefers to be second than runner-up”
Diego Pablo Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, stated in a press conference that he prefers to be second than runner-up. The team is preparing to face Elche this Sunday and Simeone assures that they are not looking beyond that game.
Regarding next year’s planning, the coach says that they cannot respond until they have the Champions League qualification, but they will look for what is best for the team to close points.
About the starting eleven against Elche, Simeone says that they look for what will generate the most wins and that the team maintains a regular line. Despite Elche being already relegated, Simeone assures that it does not change the way they approach the game and that they have studied the opponent to work in the same way.
14.05.2023 18:55 / Mas Atletico
“Errors and Disappearances in Atlético’s Defeat against Elche”
In the match against Elche, Atlético de Madrid suffered an unexpected defeat. Ivo Grbic made a serious mistake that resulted in the only goal of the game. Nahuel Molina attempted to create opportunities, but his crosses found no finisher.
Josema Giménez didn’t show his usual intensity, and Axel Witsel struggled physically in a particular play. Mario Hermoso was nowhere to be found, and Yannick Carrasco contributed nothing to the team.
Koke failed to display the minimum level of leadership expected from an Atlético captain when his teammates were lacking motivation. Antoine Griezmann showed some wounded pride, which was the only somewhat dignified aspect of Atlético de Madrid’s performance. Thomas Lemar remained invisible until he was substituted due to yet another injury. Rodrigo De Paul seemed suffocated throughout the match.
14.05.2023 19:37 / Mas Atletico
“Simeone no longer talks about being second and focuses on securing Champions”
Diego Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, has changed his stance in just two days. From stating that the team would be ‘second, not runners-up, because runners-up is like underground,’ he has now set the sole objective of securing a place among the top four, which grants participation in the next season’s Champions League.
Following the inexplicable defeat against Elche, Simeone emphasized in the press conference that securing Champions League is the main goal. Although a day earlier, he had considered the runner-up position guaranteed and highlighted its economic and pride value of finishing ahead of Real Madrid in La Liga. Furthermore, he refrained from criticizing his players’ behavior and simply congratulated Elche for their intensity and dignifying the competition.
15.05.2023 13:44 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético Senate protests against Movistar for treatment of Atleti”
The Atlético Madrid Senate has sent an open letter to Movistar expressing their dissatisfaction with the treatment they receive in the broadcasts. In the letter, they propose an arithmetic operation and a meeting to discuss the details.
In the ‘subtrahend,’ they mention the Atlético passion attributed by Movistar and the subjective opinion that other rival teams also feel mistreated. In the ‘minuend,’ they mention the commentators aligned with Real Madrid and former employees of the club who often narrate Atleti’s matches.
Fans wonder why there are no former Atlético players or impartial commentators in their broadcasts. The Atlético Senate considers this situation as a grievance against Atleti and suggests the possibility of recommending their members not to watch the broadcasts or to wait for explanations from Movistar.
15.05.2023 13:59 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético B seeks promotion to Primera RFEF”
Atlético de Madrid B is in the fight for promotion to Primera RFEF and already knows their opponent in the semifinals of the tournament, Espanyol B. After a brilliant season, the team led by Tevenet secured their spot in the promotion playoffs with a victory over Estepona.
The road to promotion hasn’t been easy, and now they will face Espanyol B, aiming to demonstrate their authority against a demanding opponent. Although direct promotion was close, Atlético B staged a comeback in the last match to secure their place in the promotion playoffs. With five consecutive victories, the young players from Atlético’s Academy have shown their potential. Now, in this promotion phase, they will face other teams to determine who will move up a category.
19.05.2023 16:01 / Mas Atletico
“Torres, regretful but tireless defender of Atlético de Madrid”
Fernando Torres, the iconic former player of Atlético de Madrid, admits his mistake and expresses his discontent with his past behavior. Despite not recognizing himself in those situations and regretting falling into provocations, he makes it clear that he will always defend his own.
He considers this episode as a learning opportunity for the future. Torres shows his displeasure when watching the images of his actions and acknowledges that he made mistakes on numerous occasions.
He admits that his involvement in constant provocations prior to this incident left the team without their coach in extra time. Although he doesn’t feel represented by his behavior, he assures that he will always defend his own against any injustice, accepting the consequences. The ‘more Atlético’ spirit prevails in the home of everyone who is part of Atleti.
20.05.2023 01:10 / Mas Atletico
“Atleti joins the race for Vlahovic”
The former footballer and agent Massimo Brambati has revealed that Atlético Madrid has shown interest in signing Juventus player Dusan Vlahovic, who could leave the Italian team this summer. However, the competition for his signing is fierce, as Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also interested.
Brambati mentioned that Juventus will seriously consider these offers, although it is uncertain if they will make a profit from the player. Vlahovic has struggled this season due to groin injuries and has only managed to score 14 goals in 41 matches.
Despite that, Simeone could be the right coach to enhance his talent. However, it will be a challenge for Atlético to compete financially with the powerful Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
20.05.2023 14:12 / Mas Atletico
“Simeone and the ‘communion’ at the stadium
Diego Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, talks about the special connection that is formed at the stadium between children, their parents, and the team. While he notices a decrease in the attendance of young people, he highlights the presence of older children accompanied by their parents, considering it a great family experience.
Simeone recalls his own experiences of going to the stadium with his father and how exciting it was. He also mentions the importance of playing on Children’s Day and expresses his desire to have a good match for the large number of children present. He also discusses the team’s injuries, noting that not all of them are muscular. Finally, he comments on Jan Oblak’s health and hopes for his speedy recovery.
21.05.2023 19:21 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético secures 11th consecutive Champions League qualification”
Atlético Madrid secured their 11th consecutive qualification for the Champions League with a dominant victory over Osasuna. Despite not winning any official titles this season, Diego Pablo Simeone’s team has managed to maintain their presence in the top European competition, which is crucial for their financial survival and viability.
While subjective aspects may be criticized, objectively Simeone’s achievement of establishing Atlético as a team feared in the Champions League cannot be denied. The match against Osasuna was comfortable and enjoyable, with Alex, an heir of José Antonio Vallés and a member of MÁS ATLÉTICO, making a notable contribution. The team demonstrated their solidity from the start and created numerous goal-scoring opportunities.
23.05.2023 16:39 / Mas Atletico
“Rivals of Atlético Madrid to sign Marcus Thuram in summer”
Atlético Madrid has set its sights on Marcus Thuram to strengthen their forward line next season. The French striker from Borussia Mönchengladbach fulfills the criteria valued by the club, being talented and available on a free transfer.
According to reports from L’Equipe, Atlético has already made an offer to secure the services of Thuram, but they face competition from other top European clubs including Inter Milan, Manchester United, and AC Milan.
In the previous winter transfer window, Atlético attempted to convince Borussia to facilitate Thuram’s early departure, but the German club demanded an amount that Atlético couldn’t afford. The upcoming transfer market promises to be active for Atlético, especially in the forward positions. The futures of players such as Memphis Depay, Álvaro Morata, and João Félix will shape the club’s decisions.
23.05.2023 18:29 / Mas Atletico
“Simeone on racist insults
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke out about racist insults, stating that it is a deep-rooted issue that needs to be addressed. He believes that the current situation provides an opportunity for improvement and that racism cannot be tolerated in Spain.
Simeone emphasizes that the problem extends beyond football and is a social issue that affects young people, requiring action. He also mentioned that such incidents have occurred in the past and should not be justified.
Regarding the upcoming match against Espanyol, Simeone expects a tough game but is confident that his team will compete as always. Despite the absences in Atlético, he trusts in the competitiveness of the team with the help of the reserve players.
24.05.2023 16:02 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético aims to secure second place in Cornellá”
Atlético de Madrid faces a crucial challenge in their visit to Cornellá in the last three matchdays of LaLiga. Espanyol, fighting to stay in the top division, will be a tough opponent. The colchoneros will try to defend their position against the imminent threat of Real Madrid.
However, Simeone’s team arrives in Barcelona with several absences, including Oblak, Savic, Reinildo, Llorente, Lemar, and Depay, with Álvaro Morata joining the injury list. The squad will be limited, and Griezmann and Correa will form the forward line, while reserve players will complete the call-up.
After securing their place in the next Champions League with a convincing victory over Osasuna, Atlético seeks the three points to maintain their second position and secure the runner-up spot in a challenging season. Espanyol, currently in the relegation zone, desperately needs a win. The full article is available in the sports section of the newspaper.
27.05.2023 14:18 / Mas Atletico
“Simeone understands Espanyol’s vital demand”
The coach of Atlético de Madrid, Diego Simeone, understands the significance of the match for Espanyol, as they are playing for a crucial position in their lives. Simeone emphasizes the need for fairness and mentions the technology used in the Champions League to clarify similar situations.
He is also questioned about whether LaLiga is still the best championship, to which he responds that it is a question that requires further analysis and considers Spain to be a league distinguished by its points tally and characteristics.
Furthermore, he refers to the upcoming match against Real Sociedad, the team that commits the most fouls in the opposing half, and highlights their ability to disrupt counterattacks.
Simeone praises Real Sociedad’s coach, Imanol, for his knowledge of the youth academy and his ability to build a team that is strong both in defense and attack. Finally, he comments on the draw against Espanyol in the last game and the importance of finishing matches strongly. He mentions the recovery of Morata and Savic ahead of the next match.
28.05.2023 21:39 / Mas Atletico
“Atlético triumphs and impresses in the closing of the Metropolitano League”
Atlético de Madrid closed the LaLiga season with a convincing victory against Real Sociedad. Antoine Griezmann once again shone, and his performance has been crucial in the team’s remarkable second half of the season. However, Diego Simeone’s role in this success cannot be overlooked.
The Argentine coach has achieved an effective and attractive change of style in Atlético’s football. Against Real Sociedad, the red and white team showcased their tactical and strategic dominance, pressing high, stealing the ball, and launching quick counterattacks.
The intelligence and maturity of players like Griezmann and Koke were evident on the field. Rodrigo de Paul also had an outstanding performance, playing a key role in Atlético’s opening goal. With this victory, the team bids farewell to their stadium, the Metropolitano, with a smile and leaves a strong impression for the upcoming season.
