2023-05 Sport
02.05.2023 22:00 / Sport
“Atlético faces Cádiz in a major challenge”
Atlético Madrid will face Cádiz at the Wanda Metropolitano, a team that is fighting to avoid relegation in the Spanish league. Despite winning their last game, Cádiz faces the difficulty of winning at Atlético’s stadium, where the home team has won its last six consecutive games.
Cádiz has only achieved one point in its last fourteen visits to the Wanda Metropolitano. Atlético will have some important absences, such as Oblak, Llorente, Savic, and Reinildo, while Cádiz will be without Luis Hernández, Fede San Emeterio, and Sobrino. It is expected that Atlético’s starting eleven will be similar to the last game, with the possible presence of Morata in the attack alongside Griezmann.
02.05.2023 19:14 / Sport
“Simeone sees Griezmann as one of the best players in Atlético de Madrid’s history”
Atlético de Madrid’s coach, Diego Simeone, praises the competitiveness and the goals scored by the team’s forwards. Simeone highlights Antoine Griezmann as ‘one of the best players who has ever played for Atlético de Madrid.’ The team has won eight of its last nine games in LaLiga Santander and has suffered only one defeat in its last sixteen matches in the championship.
The coach emphasizes the importance of having great forwards to achieve the objectives and considers that all the forwards on the team are important and need to be in their best shape. Atlético will face Cádiz this Wednesday.
03.05.2023 08:00 / Sport
“Griezmann, key to the new Atleti’s success”
Atlético de Madrid is in second place in La Liga Santander, with Real Madrid defending the position. Led by an excellent Griezmann, Atlético de Madrid has only one goal this season, which is to get to the second position of the championship.
The team had a poor first round, only getting 34 points out of 57 possible. However, they have improved in the second round, earning 32 points out of 39 possible and losing only to Barcelona and drawing against Getafe and Real Madrid.
Antoine Griezmann is in excellent form, interpreting Simeone’s game plan perfectly and empowering his teammates. The Argentine Nahuel Molina is also in a great streak, and Rodrigo De Paul and Yannick Ferreira-Carrasco are fulfilling their roles with great success. The players have improved their mentality, which is reflected in the team’s play.
03.05.2023 16:39 / Sport
“Memphis out due to injury against Cádiz”
Atlético de Madrid’s forward, Memphis Depay, has been ruled out of the upcoming match against Cádiz due to a right soleus injury, according to the club’s medical report. Depay will undergo physiotherapy and rehabilitation training, and his recovery will determine the length of his absence.
He may only miss the match against Cádiz if his injury is not severe. Depay had to leave the training session on Tuesday due to muscle discomfort he had been experiencing since Monday. Also out due to injuries are Jan Oblak, Marcos Llorente, Stefan Savic, and Reinildo Mandava, who will not be available for the match against Cádiz.
03.05.2023 11:23 / Sport
“Probable lineups for Atlético - Cádiz in LaLiga”
Atlético de Madrid is ready to face Cádiz at Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday at 10 pm (CET), with the opportunity to secure the second position in LaLiga’s standings. Both teams have important absences and will have to come up with the best possible lineup.
Atlético won’t have players such as Oblak, Marcos Llorente, Reinildo, Memphis, and Savic, while Cádiz won’t count with Luis Hernández, Fede San Emeterio, Rubén Sobrino, Brian Ocampo, Víctor Chust, or Roger Martí. Possible lineups for Atlético include Grbic, Molina, Witsel, Giménez, Hermoso, Carrasco, De Paul, Koke, Saúl, Griezmann, and Morata, while Cádiz could form with Ledesma, Iza Carcelén, Jorge Meré, Fali, Espino, Escalante, Rubén Alcaraz, Álex Fernández, Bongonda, Lozano, and Chris Ramos.
04.05.2023 23:55 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid moves up to second place in LaLiga after thrashing Cádiz”
Atlético Madrid beat Cádiz 5-1 and now sits in second place in the LaLiga standings with 69 points, one more than Real Madrid, which drops to third place after losing to Real Sociedad.
The leader is FC Barcelona with 82 points, which could be mathematically crowned champion next round if they get three points in their visit to Espanyol. Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti presented a lineup full of substitutes in the match against Real Sociedad, thinking about the Copa del Rey final next Saturday, which contributed to Madrid’s defeat. Real Sociedad is close to securing the fourth place that gives access to the Champions League.
09.05.2023 16:47 / Sport
“Joao Félix, a problem for Atlético”
The future of Atlético Madrid depends on what happens with Joao Félix, who is currently on loan at Chelsea. His performance has not been as expected, being a frequent substitute and scoring only three goals in 1,057 minutes.
It is unlikely that Chelsea will exercise the purchase option, which raises questions about the player’s future. Joao Félix has not started in the last five games and has only played nineteen minutes in the last three matches. Atlético would be willing to receive less money than what they paid for him to be able to make a more ambitious signing policy.
09.05.2023 21:14 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid to charge entry for open training session”
Atlético Madrid will hold an open training session at Cívitas Metropolitano on Saturday, May 20, before their match against Osasuna. While members can enter for free by obtaining an invitation, non-members will have to pay €10 for entry to watch the players train under Diego Simeone’s direction.
The move has generated criticism from fans and has been deemed as another sign of football becoming a business. Although it is not the first time a team has charged for watching training sessions, Atlético Madrid’s decision has surprised many. Previously, Barcelona and Real Madrid have charged for their tours in the United States, and Barcelona even charged their own members once.
10.05.2023 19:16 / Sport
“Oblak considers surgery”
Jan Oblak, the goalkeeper of Atlético Madrid, has been sidelined due to a cervical strain. There is concern within the club as Oblak is deliberating whether to undergo surgery or continue with conservative treatment.
The Slovenian goalkeeper is dealing with a protrusion in the C4-C5 vertebrae and plans to travel to his home country to consult with a specialist. Despite undergoing various tests and consulting with neurologists, a definitive solution has not been found.
Atlético has granted Oblak complete freedom to make the decision, prioritizing his full recovery for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, the team is preparing for the next match against Elche, where Simeone experimented with Sergio Reguilón as a third center-back in the absence of Mario Hermoso.
10.05.2023 19:28 / Sport
“Cerezo comments on Joao Félix’s future”
The president of Atlético de Madrid, Enrique Cerezo, has spoken about Joao Félix’s future in a recent interview. Cerezo avoided providing specific details and stated that the player is currently at Chelsea, but he didn’t rule out the possibility of him staying for another season.
However, he assured that there is no reason to worry as Joao Félix will continue playing. Regarding the battle for the second position in LaLiga, Cerezo remains cautious and emphasized that anything is possible in football until the end. Additionally, the Atlético president commented on Vinicius and the controversies surrounding the Brazilian forward at Real Madrid, mentioning that all important players are fouled, with some protesting more than others. Cerezo concluded by noting that both Joao Félix and Morata often fall on the ground during matches.
10.05.2023 13:47 / Sport
“Atlético bans entry to Real Madrid TV cameras for youth Champions Cup match”
Tensions between Atlético and Real Madrid are rising, and they are on the verge of a potential breakup. Despite a year-long non-aggression pact between the two clubs, various incidents have strained their relationship.
Consequently, Atlético has prohibited Real Madrid TV cameras from entering the youth Champions Cup match, which will take place on Wednesday afternoon at the Wanda Alcalá de Henares Sports Center.
While Atlético previously allowed Real Madrid to film matches played at their stadium, this time it won’t be the case due to the interest shown by the white team in several players from Atlético’s youth academy.
With the rupture of the non-aggression pact last year through the signing of Fortea, the good relations have been maintained only at the level of presidents. Additionally, the 16-year-old Spanish international defender, Ariel Nkoghe, who is already eligible to sign as a professional, recently joined Real Madrid from Atlético. Therefore, Real Madrid TV cameras won’t be able to broadcast the match as the rights belong to Atlético.
11.05.2023 12:25 / Sport
“Trippier praises Simeone
Kieran Trippier, former player of Atlético de Madrid and currently with Newcastle United, has praised his former coach, Diego Pablo Simeone. Trippier described Simeone as genuine and full of energy, comparing him to the effect of taking five Red Bulls before every match.
In an interview for the podcast ‘High Performance,’ the English full-back mentioned the differences between Simeone and other coaches. He emphasized the passion and emotion that the Argentine coach conveys in the dressing room, making him feel ready to go to war in each game.
Trippier also highlighted Simeone’s communication through body language, being able to transmit his instructions even without fluently speaking English. The player believes that Simeone’s way of expressing himself wouldn’t be equally effective in the Premier League, which would hinder his success as a coach in England. Overall, Trippier’s experience under Simeone’s guidance was highly enriching and allowed him to understand the demands of the game in a deeper way.
13.05.2023 19:15 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid faces last place team under pressure”
Atlético de Madrid prepares to face Elche in second place, under pressure from Real Madrid and with the alert to maintain their position. Although they have already secured their place in the Champions League for the eleventh consecutive season, their only current ambition is to maintain their position, as the title is impossible.
They have had an impressive second half, winning 35 out of 42 points, but still need to win all their games to maintain their position. The team has suffered some injuries, but Diego Simeone has reassembled his lineup and has a new starting eleven. Atlético has been strong defensively, but has been unleashed offensively, scoring 28 goals in their last ten games.
14.05.2023 08:00 / Sport
“Griezmann, the most decisive player in the league”
Antoine Griezmann has become the most important player for Atlético de Madrid and the entire league. With 26 goals generated in 33 games, he is the player with the most goal actions in the domestic competition.
In addition, he has been key to the success of the red and whites in the second half of the season, where they have achieved 32 out of 39 possible points.
The Frenchman had a difficult start to the season due to a clause in his loan from FC Barcelona, but after his permanent transfer to Atlético, he has become one of coach Diego Simeone’s undisputed players. With 13 goals and 13 assists so far this season, Griezmann is the most decisive player in the entire competition.
14.05.2023 18:35 / Sport
“The bottom-ranked team surprises Atlético with an unexpected victory”
In a match corresponding to matchday 35, Elche achieved a historic victory over Atlético de Madrid. Since the 1984-85 season, Elche had not defeated Atlético in the top division, but they ended that streak at a disadvantageous moment for the rojiblancos.
The home team showed determination and spirit to defeat the third-placed team in LaLiga in an exciting encounter. Despite Atlético’s attempts, Elche defended with organization and attacked intelligently, earning a well-deserved win.
The scoring opened in the latter stages of the first half when Fidel took advantage of a goalkeeper’s poor clearance to find the back of the net. Despite Atlético’s increased presence in the opposing half during the second half, they failed to mount a comeback and suffered an unexpected defeat.
15.05.2023 22:50 / Sport
“LaLiga standings after matchday 34”
FC Barcelona clinched the LaLiga Santander 2022-2023 title by defeating Espanyol 2-4, securing an insurmountable 85 points in matchday 34. With a commanding 0-3 lead at halftime, Xavi’s team sealed the victory with a brace from Lewandowski and a goal from Balde.
Koundé added the fourth goal, while Puado and Joselu scored consolation goals for Espanyol. In the battle for the runner-up position, Real Madrid claimed a 1-0 victory over Getafe, surpassing Atlético Madrid in the standings.
However, Atlético suffered an unexpected 1-0 defeat against bottom-placed Elche, dropping to third place with 69 points. The race for the fourth spot, which grants access to the Champions League, remains intense, with Real Sociedad currently holding the position with 62 points, closely followed by Villarreal at a five-point distance after a 5-1 triumph over Athletic Club. Betis also keeps their chances alive after defeating Rayo 3-1.
15.05.2023 11:57 / Sport
“Atlético accepts setback against Elche”
Atlético Madrid suffered an unexpected defeat against Elche in LaLiga, marking their second loss of the year. Diego Simeone, the team’s coach, expressed his disappointment with the result. The Atlético defense performed poorly, winning only 45% of their defensive duels, far below their usual level.
Prior to the match, Simeone had a special talk with the team, which is uncommon. Despite their usual preparation, Atlético failed to perform well in terms of goalkeeping, defense, and attack. Elche’s goal came from a throw-in, a situation they had trained for. The defeat left Atlético with a low percentage of defensive duels won and jeopardized their position in the league table.
17.05.2023 13:43 / Sport
“Atlético sanctioned following fight between Arbeloa and Fernando Torres”
The fight between Álvaro Arbeloa and Fernando Torres, coaches of the youth teams of Real Madrid and Atlético, during the quarterfinal match of the Youth Champions Cup, has resulted in a one-match suspension for Atlético. On the other hand, Arbeloa emerged unscathed from the incident.
The Competition Committee considered the altercation as an expulsion and applied the corresponding article for mild direct red cards. Despite the exchange of insults and the push that led to Torres’ expulsion, the sanction seems to be quite lenient.
During the match, nine yellow cards were shown and Torres was sent off at the end. Additionally, there was a verbal confrontation between the Atlético coach and a fan. The statements and events were captured in videos shared on social media.
17.05.2023 20:10 / Sport
“Simeone chooses between Barrios and Correa to replace Lemar”
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone is considering options to replace Thomas Lemar in the upcoming match against Osasuna. In this week’s training sessions, Pablo Barrios and Ángel Correa have emerged as the main contenders.
The rest of the starting eleven will remain the same as in the past four games, featuring players such as Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata. The uncertainty lies in the third midfielder position on the left, as Marcos Llorente and Thomas Lemar are injured.
Pablo Barrios was the chosen player in the initial test, while Ángel Correa is also being considered, although it would require a change in the system. Saúl Ñíguez is also a possibility to replace Lemar. None of the six injured players participated in training, and it is unlikely that they will be available for the Osasuna match.
18.05.2023 18:58 / Sport
“How much did Manchester City pay for Rodri?”
Rodri Hernández’s stellar performance for Manchester City against Real Madrid in the Champions League highlights his importance as a Spanish midfielder in Pep Guardiola’s team. With four seasons under his belt in England, the 26-year-old Rodri is currently at the peak of his maturity.
Amidst a constellation of stars like Haaland, De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Gündogan, Grealish, and Rúben Días, Rodri stands out as the unsung hero behind Pep’s perfectly functioning system.
The young Madrid-born player made the leap to the ‘sky-blue’ team in the summer of 2019, with Manchester City paying €70 million to Atlético de Madrid. Interestingly, Atlético had acquired Rodri just a year earlier from Villarreal for €25 million.
This transfer makes Rodri the third most expensive sale in Atlético de Madrid’s history, only surpassed by Lucas Hernández and Antoine Griezmann. Bayern Munich paid €80 million for the defender, while Barcelona triggered the forward’s release clause for €120 million.
19.05.2023 22:37 / Sport
“Joao Félix’s Uncertain Future at Atlético Madrid”
Joao Félix’s return to Atlético Madrid after his loan spell at Chelsea presents a dilemma for the club. His involvement will be crucial in the team’s planning for the upcoming season, and reports suggest a price tag of around 100 million euros.
However, the player recently sent a cryptic message about his future via Instagram. In response to an article mentioning Newcastle as the only club willing to pay the requested sum by Atlético, Joao Félix commented, ‘They think they know everything!’ This remark indicates that he has not yet decided which club he will play for next season, nor has the selling price been determined by Atlético Madrid.
19.05.2023 18:52 / Sport
“Torres admits mistake in incident with Arbeloa
The former striker and current youth coach of Atlético de Madrid, Fernando Torres, has spoken about the incident with Álvaro Arbeloa during the second leg of the Champions Cup quarterfinals.
Torres acknowledges that it was a mistake to engage in continuous provocations from Arbeloa and admits that he does not recognize himself when he sees the footage. Despite acknowledging his error, he remains steadfast in defending his team and justifies his anger.
Atlético managed to equalize the score but was eliminated in extra time when Real Madrid scored. Torres confronted Arbeloa after the equalizing goal and was sent off. Despite the incident, Torres makes it clear that he will continue to defend his team against all odds.
20.05.2023 15:38 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid enters the race for Vlahovic”
Dusan Vlahovic, the Serbian forward, may be moving away from Juventus as he considers various offers on the table. His agent confirmed that three top-tier teams, including Atlético Madrid, have submitted an offer for the striker. Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also interested.
Although Juventus may take these offers seriously, Vlahovic has proven his worth in Serie A, scoring 10 goals and providing two assists in 21 starts and five substitute appearances. Despite not having the desired success in Turin, the forward is highly regarded due to his potential and abilities. His transfer would represent a significant investment for any interested team.
20.05.2023 15:40 / Sport
“Simeone’s message after open training session
After the open training session at the Cívitas Metropolitano, with 8,000 fans in attendance, many of them children, Atlético de Madrid’s coach, Diego Simeone, emphasized the importance of the connection between the young fans, the team’s jersey, and the players, as well as between parents and children.
Simeone expressed his hope for the team to deliver a great match against Osasuna in honor of the large number of children who will be present at the stadium. He also spoke about the significance of families and the excitement of attending a football match.
The coach mentioned the team’s upcoming three matches and the players’ eagerness to play. Simeone acknowledged the need for good results in all the remaining matches to secure a favorable position in the Champions League qualification.
21.05.2023 18:40 / Sport
“Saúl takes advantage of his opportunity and leads Atlético back to victory”
In the Atlético-Osasuna match, Saúl Ñíguez seized the opportunity given by Simeone and showcased his value in Atlético’s victory. Despite missed chances early on, the red and white team displayed great energy.
Griezmann assisted Carrasco for the opening goal, and then Saúl scored a magnificent volley. Correa, assisted by De Paul, sealed the victory with another goal. Osasuna failed to capitalize on Girona and Rayo Vallecano’s slip-ups, missing out on an important chance in the race for the Conference. With this win, Atlético remains in the title hunt in LaLiga.
21.05.2023 20:21 / Sport
“LaLiga Standings After Valencia - Real Madrid Match”
Real Madrid suffered a defeat against Valencia (1-0), dropping to third place with 71 points, one less than second-placed Atlético Madrid, who now have 72 points. Meanwhile, Atlético achieved a convincing victory against Osasuna (3-0) with goals from Carrasco, Saúl, and Correa.
This loss forced Ancelotti’s team to secure a win, but a goal from Diego López sealed the victory for Valencia. The excitement lies at the top of the table, as FC Barcelona has already clinched the championship.
Additionally, it seems that Real Sociedad will secure the fourth position with 65 points, thanks to the goals from Merino and Sorloth in their triumph over Barcelona (1-2). Villarreal occupies the fifth position with 60 points after defeating Girona (1-2), while Betis sits in sixth place with 55 points before their upcoming Seville derby match on Sunday at 21:00.
21.05.2023 07:59 / Sport
“Final Step Towards the Champions League”
Atlético Madrid has not yet mathematically secured their spot in the Champions League. The Villarreal’s last-minute victory against Girona has kept the uncertainty alive, and Atlético still needs one more point. Their main objective is to achieve that point in the upcoming match against Osasuna.
If they succeed, they will secure their place in the group stage of the European competition. However, their ambition to finish second in La Liga does not solely depend on them. They need Real Madrid to lose at least one of their remaining four games while they win all of theirs.
Despite a recent good run, their defeat in Elche has diminished their chances. The team now faces the question of how that loss will affect them, but they remain confident in securing a victory against Osasuna. Pablo Barrios could start in place of the injured Thomas Lemar.
The rest of the team remains unchanged with the usual starting players. Atlético is still dealing with several injury absences. Players Koke, De Paul, and Morata are at risk of suspension. Osasuna, on the other hand, will aim to fight against them in the upcoming match.
22.05.2023 17:21 / Sport
“Is Atlético Madrid’s second place secure?”
Atlético Madrid has reclaimed the second position after their loss to Elche. With three games remaining, Diego Pablo Simeone’s team has 72 points, just one less than Real Madrid.
To secure the runner-up spot, Atlético cannot afford to lose any of their upcoming matches against Espanyol, Real Sociedad, and Villarreal, as their opponents have something at stake. Real Madrid, on the other hand, is completely dependent on Atlético’s performance to surpass them in the standings.
If Atlético falters in one of their games and Real Madrid avoids any mistakes, there could be a change in the table. However, this scenario could be altered if the complaint of improper alignment filed by Getafe against Real Madrid is accepted, which would affect the points of the Madrid team and their position in the standings.
22.05.2023 15:37 / Sport
“Álvaro Morata ruled out against Espanyol”
Atlético de Madrid will face Espanyol with several absences in their squad. Striker Álvaro Morata joins the long list of injured players after suffering a cervical sprain in the match against Osasuna. Additionally, Stefan Savic, Reinildo, Jan Oblak, Memphis, and Marcos Llorente will also miss the game.
Although Llorente underwent specific training, he won’t be available to face the Catalan team, but he could return for the match against Villarreal. In light of this situation, coach Diego Pablo Simeone will be forced to rely on players from the reserve team, who recently defeated Espanyol B. Currently, Simeone only has sixteen first-team players at his disposal.
23.05.2023 20:41 / Sport
“Espanyol seeks salvation against Atlético Madrid”
Espanyol is facing Atlético Madrid with the hope of securing a victory that brings them closer to salvation. After a hard-fought win in Vallecas, the blanquiazul team sees a glimmer of hope in the relegation battle.
Although they face a tough opponent, Espanyol has minimized the damage in recent matches and aims to surpass Real Valladolid and Getafe in the table. Atlético Madrid, on the other hand, is aiming for the runner-up position and has regained their standing after a victory against Osasuna. Both teams have significant absences, but a closely contested match is expected at the RCDE Stadium.
23.05.2023 20:42 / Sport
“Simeone values Barça’s title as ’extraordinary’”
The coach of Atlético Madrid, Diego Simeone, praised the title of La Liga won by Barcelona, describing it as ’extraordinary.’ In a press conference prior to the match against Espanyol, Simeone emphasized the importance of achieving the goals set at the beginning of the season and stated that winning the league is something exceptional.
He also stressed the need to correctly interpret each team’s position. Atlético Madrid is currently defending the top spot, two points ahead of Real Madrid, and aims to secure its position in the final three matchdays.
Simeone expects a tough match against Espanyol, who are fighting for survival. Despite several injury absences in the team, the coach trusts the ability of the available players and the collaboration of the youth players from the B team. Atlético has had an excellent performance in the league in recent matchdays, winning ten out of the last twelve games. According to Simeone, this success is due to multiple factors and not just one reason.
24.05.2023 21:20 / Sport
“LaLiga standings updated after Real Madrid - Rayo Vallecano”
In matchday 36 of LaLiga Santander 2022-2023, the battle for the second spot between the historic Madrid clubs, Atlético and Real, continues. Real Madrid defeated Rayo Vallecano (2-1) and temporarily sits in second place with 74 points, while Atlético, in third position, has 72 points before their match.
FC Barcelona, already crowned champions, suffered a second consecutive defeat against Valladolid (3-1), leaving them with 85 points. The victory at the Bernabéu allows Real Madrid to reclaim the second position and put pressure on Atlético just before their game against RCD Espanyol. Real Sociedad is steadily securing the fourth spot with 68 points, while Villarreal, fifth with 60 points, still has mathematical chances to snatch the Champions League dream from them.
24.05.2023 23:51 / Sport
“LaLiga standings after Valladolid - FC Barcelona”
FC Barcelona suffered a defeat against Valladolid (3-1), marking their second consecutive stumble after mathematically securing the title of LaLiga Santander 2022-2023. This loss leaves the culés with 85 points.
However, the battle for the runner-up position continues between the two historical Madrid clubs: Atlético and Real. Prior to matchday 36, Atlético leads with 72 points, one more than Real Madrid. This week, both teams will play their matches, with Real Madrid hosting Rayo and Atlético facing RCD Espanyol. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad seems to have secured the fourth position with 68 points, while Villarreal, currently in fifth place with 60 points, still has mathematical chances to chase the dream of Champions League qualification. The complete league table and other statistics can be found through the provided link.
25.05.2023 08:01 / Sport
“Atlético joins the exclusive Champions group”
Atlético de Madrid has secured its place in the upcoming edition of the Champions League, joining a prestigious group of teams that have participated uninterrupted in the continental competition for over a decade.
After a three-year absence, the rojiblancos returned to the Champions League in the 2013/14 season under the leadership of Diego Pablo Simeone, winning the club’s tenth league title nearly 20 years later. Since then, Atlético has not missed its date with Europe.
Alongside FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, they form the most stable block from a single country in Europe. In 11 participations, Atlético has come close to lifting the trophy twice, both times losing to Real Madrid in the final.
25.05.2023 00:01 / Sport
“Espanyol relies on a miracle”
In a match full of emotions, Espanyol staged an epic comeback against Atlético Madrid, drawing 3-3. The home team went from being 0-3 down to hope and euphoria with goals from Montes and Vini Souza. Although salvation seems distant, Espanyol will not give up.
Atlético showed their obsession with the runner-up position with a standout performance from Griezmann. The French player scored a goal and proved to be a complete footballer. However, Espanyol didn’t back down and quickly responded with goals from Montes and Joselu. The stadium witnessed moments of tension and despair, but in the end, the draw prevailed. Espanyol relies on a miracle to achieve salvation.
27.05.2023 15:22 / Sport
“Simeone supports Espanyol’s request”
Diego Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, has shown his support for Espanyol’s request to annul the last match between the two teams due to doubts generated by the concession of the second goal of Atlético.
The Argentine coach considers the request of the blanquiazul club understandable, as they are playing an important place in the league. In the 44th minute, a shot by Antoine Griezmann was cleared by Espanyol goalkeeper Fernando Pacheco, and after VAR review, the referee awarded the goal.
Espanyol claimed a clear image of the play at the end of the match. Simeone highlighted the importance of technology in situations like this and the need to be fair at all times.
27.05.2023 20:55 / Sport
“LaLiga standings after Sevilla - Real Madrid”
The battle for the subchampionship in LaLiga Santander continues between Real Madrid and Atlético, with the advantage on the side of the Whites. In the latest match, Real Madrid staged a comeback against Sevilla with a brace from Rodrygo, bringing them closer to the subchampionship.
Atlético will face Real Sociedad in a crucial match to decide the last spot for the Supercopa de España. Even if Atlético loses, they would still have a chance to qualify if they achieve the same result as Real Sociedad in the final matchday.
Villarreal is also in the race for a Champions League spot, but they will need to win their remaining two matches and hope that Real Sociedad loses. The battle for survival is intense, with 7 teams separated by only 5 points. For more details on the standings and results, refer to the full article.
28.05.2023 20:55 / Sport
“LaLiga standings after Multijornada 37”
After Matchday 37 of LaLiga Santander 2022-2023, the top positions in the table are nearly decided. The race for the runner-up spot between Real Madrid and Atlético is still open, with the advantage currently in favor of Real Madrid by one point.
Real Madrid came from behind to defeat Sevilla, moving closer to the second place, while Atlético secured a victory against Real Sociedad. Atlético has guaranteed at least the third position, and Real Sociedad has secured fourth place and a spot in the upcoming Champions League.
Villarreal’s loss to Rayo means they are out of the Champions League, and the Europa League spots go to Submarino and Betis. The battle for the seventh position, which grants access to the Conference League, involves Osasuna, Athletic, Girona, Sevilla, and Rayo. Barcelona ended the season with a victory. The fight for survival is intense, with 6 teams separated by just 2 points.
28.05.2023 21:34 / Sport
“Griezmann secures podium finish and Supercopa for Atlético”
Antoine Griezmann was instrumental in Atlético de Madrid’s victory over Real Sociedad, securing the third place in LaLiga and the qualification for the Supercopa de España. The French player scored a stunning goal in the 37th minute and provided an assist for Nahuel Molina’s second goal in the 73rd minute.
This victory also ensured Real Sociedad’s qualification for the UEFA Champions League. Atlético has achieved nine consecutive home wins, setting a record since 2013. The matches between Atlético and Real Sociedad stand out for tactical and strategic innovation. Griezmann proved to be decisive by breaking the monotony of the game and making a difference. His performance has been crucial for Atlético’s objectives this season.
29.05.2023 14:12 / Sport
“Atlético doesn’t forget about Carlos Soler”
Atlético Madrid maintains its interest in player Carlos Soler, who had already been pursued by the club before he joined Paris Saint-Germain last summer due to a last-minute offer.
Despite having a contract until 2027, Soler has not been a regular starter for the Parisian team and does not seem to be part of their plans for the upcoming season, while coach Simeone yearns for the Spanish international.
Soler has played 25 matches in Ligue 1, six in the Champions League, and three in the French Cup, totaling 34 appearances, six goals, and four assists. Atlético faces financial difficulties, so they would consider a loan deal with a purchase option. However, considering the potential departures of Kondogbia, Saúl, and Lemar, Soler would be an important reinforcement due to his experience and versatility.
30.05.2023 18:50 / Sport
“Joao Félix’s Future Far from Atlético in the Short Term”
The future of Joao Félix with Atlético Madrid seems to be drifting further apart, at least in the short term. It has been confirmed that Chelsea will not sign the Portuguese player, and he will return to Madrid after the end of his loan spell in London.
However, the club does not consider him part of their plans. The new Chelsea manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has made it clear that Joao Félix is not a player they rely on for their new project, which is a setback for both the player and Atlético.
Despite high expectations, Joao Félix’s performance has been below par, with only four goals in 20 matches for Chelsea, and his time at the club has been disappointing. Although there are currently no offers for him, Atlético plans to sell him in the summer, as the chances of him returning to the club are very slim, given the lack of interest from both Diego Simeone and the player himself. Joao Félix’s future has become a soap opera.
