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01.03.2024 11:04 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid Pins All Hopes on Champions League”
With no options left in LaLiga and the Copa del Rey, Atlético de Madrid sets its sights on the Champions League. Simeone’s team needs to maintain their position in the top four of LaLiga and overcome the 1-0 deficit against Inter in the Champions League’s round of 16. The European competition is now the last hope for the rojiblancos, who have not missed a beat in this competition since 2013.
02.03.2024 17:34 / Sport
“Simeone Bets on Memphis and Morata to Get Back on Winning Track”
Atlético Madrid faces Real Betis at the Metropolitano after a defeat in San Mamés and a Copa del Rey elimination. Diego Simeone starts with Memphis Depay and Álvaro Morata in his attack for the first time, aiming to recover the team’s strength defensively and offensively.
The team has only scored in four of its last seven games, and the defense has conceded 47 goals in 39 games. The Argentine coach hopes that the experience of Memphis and Morata in the front line will help improve the team’s performance.
03.03.2024 18:44 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid’s Victory at Home
The Atlético de Madrid secured a hard-fought victory at home against the Betis, with a final score of 2-1. Despite their dominance in the first half, with a goal from Hermoso resulting from a good press and a pass from Memphis, the team suffered in the second half due to their own inefficiency and the Betis’ resurgence.
The visitors took advantage of an inappropriate loss of the ball in the Atlético’s midfield to score the 2-1, causing a nerve-wracking end to the game. However, the home team managed to resist and take the three points, keeping their fourth position in the league table.
03.03.2024 23:00 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid moves closer to Champions League spots after Athletic-Barça draw”
Atlético Madrid moves up to fourth place in LaLiga EA Sports after beating Betis (2-1) in matchday 27. Barcelona drew 0-0 against Athletic Bilbao, staying third with 58 points, one point behind Girona and eight points behind league leaders Real Madrid.
Girona lost to Mallorca, and Real Madrid drew with Valencia. Atlético Madrid takes advantage of the Athletic-Barcelona draw, sitting at 55 points and closer to the Champions League spots.
04.03.2024 10:30 / Sport
“Defensive reinforcements
Following a disappointing season, Atlético de Madrid is focusing on reinforcing its defense for the upcoming season. The sports management considers that several veteran defenders, such as Witsel and Savic, and others like Mario Hermoso, whose contracts are about to expire, require attention.
According to ‘Cadena SER’, the club has three central defenders in sight: Leny Yoro of Lille, Murillo Santiago Costa of Nottingham Forest, and Facundo Medina of Lens. Although there are no concrete offers yet, Atlético is closely monitoring their situation.
04.03.2024 23:27 / Sport
“Felipe, former Atletico Madrid defender, announces retirement from football”
Brazilian defender Felipe Augusto, former player of Atletico Madrid and Porto, has announced his retirement from professional football at the end of the current season. Felipe, 34, played for Atletico Madrid between 2019 and 2023, winning the Liga in the 2020/21 season.
The central defender, who has also played in Brazil and Portugal, has decided to hang up his boots after ‘great moments lived’ throughout his career. Felipe has played in four different countries and has been capped by Brazil. He currently plays for Nottingham Forest, but injuries have prevented him from showing his best level.
05.03.2024 18:04 / Sport
“Griezmann returns for crunch Champions League tie against Inter”
Antoine Griezmann is set to make his comeback from injury for the crucial Champions League round of 16 second leg clash against Inter Milan. The French striker is the talisman and focal point of Atlético Madrid’s attack, aiming to overturn the 1-0 deficit and save the season in the only competition where they still have a chance. After being knocked out of the Copa del Rey and trailing in La Liga, the match against Inter takes on critical importance.
05.03.2024 21:40 / Sport
“The philosophy of Atlético de Madrid with their promises
Atlético de Madrid’s Dani González outlines the club’s strategy in LaLiga Futures of Arabia, focusing on developing well-rounded young players through competitive challenges, individual analysis, and the promotion of core values such as grit, courage, and heart. The ultimate goal is to create versatile players who understand and embrace the club’s history and values, preparing them to eventually join the first team.
06.03.2024 13:00 / Sport
“Morata, key in Atlético’s goals”
Spanish striker Álvaro Morata is crucial in Atlético de Madrid’s upcoming matches. With 20 goals in all competitions, Morata matches his best career numbers and co-leads the LaLiga scoring chart with Jude Bellingham, Griezmann, and Lewandowski. After overcoming a goal drought, coach Cholo Simeone trusts that Morata will regain his top form in a decisive stage of the season, with the Champions League tie against Inter and the battle for a Champions League spot in LaLiga.
07.03.2024 10:59 / Sport
“Azpilicueta renews with Atlético de Madrid despite injury and poor performance”
César Azpilicueta extends his contract with Atlético de Madrid until 2025, despite a meniscus injury and not meeting the minutes required by his clause. Gil Marín, the club’s president, acknowledges the player’s commitment and leadership within the team. Azpilicueta joins Savic in the list of renewed center-backs for the colchonero team, while Mario Hermoso’s decision is awaited.
07.03.2024 12:47 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid Seeks to Break Away from Away Game Woes”
Led by Diego Pablo Simeone, Atlético Madrid faces Cádiz with the hope of changing their fortune in games played away from home. While they’ve maintained a good streak at the Metropolitano, the Rojiblancos haven’t won an away game since January.
This slump has disrupted their initial goals and could jeopardize their Champions League spot. However, their home numbers remain strong, and they’ll have the opportunity to reverse the trend this Saturday.
08.03.2024 16:01 / Sport
“Griezmann Returns to Training but Will Not Travel with the Team”
French striker Antoine Griezmann continues his recovery from an ankle sprain and has returned to training with the group, but Diego Pablo Simeone has confirmed that he will not travel with the team to the match against Cádiz.
Griezmann injured himself on February 20 during the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Inter and has since missed several league and Copa del Rey matches. The coach has not confirmed whether the player will be available for the Champions League return match against Inter on Wednesday at the Metropolitano, but he has stated that if he does not make it in time for that match, he will likely be available for the match against Barcelona on March 17.
09.03.2024 19:48 / Sport
“Simeone’s recipe for success
Following the Atlético de Madrid’s loss to Cádiz (2-0), coach Diego Pablo Simeone emphasized the importance of ‘continuing to work’ and expressed his support for the players, urging them to continue giving their all on the field. Simeone took responsibility for the lack of results away from home and expressed his confidence that the team ‘can do great things from now on.’ The Argentine coach praised Cádiz for their good performance and acknowledged that they need to improve in generating play away from the Wanda Metropolitano.
09.03.2024 08:00 / Sport
“Atlético Heads to Cádiz Seeking Three Points and Improved Play”
Atlético Madrid faces Cádiz on Saturday at 16:15 with the goal of winning after three months without victories away from home. Simeone’s team wants to get closer to their direct competitors and stay in the Champions League spots before their European match against Inter.
The most notable absence is Griezmann’s, but they trust Morata to lead the attack. Cádiz, five points away from safety, desperately needs a win.
10.03.2024 20:20 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid Complicate Champions Chase After Losing to Cádiz
Real Madrid leads LaLiga with 69 points following a 4-0 win against Celta, followed by Girona with 62 and Barcelona with 61.
Atlético Madrid, in fourth place with 55 points, lost to Cádiz (2-0) and complicates their chances for Champions League. Athletic Club is just two points behind, in fifth place with 53.
10.03.2024 18:16 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid’s Difficulties Away from Home”
Atlético Madrid’s fans are concerned about the team’s poor performance as visitors, despite their good results at home. The last victory of coach Diego Simeone as a visitor was on January 22, and since then, the team has only won 6 out of 21 games away from home, with 10 losses and 5 draws.
The difference between their game at home and away is huge, turning into a non-competitive and disorganized team away from the Metropolitano. Captains Koke and Simeone have taken responsibility and have promised to keep working to improve.
11.03.2024 15:56 / Sport
“Griezmann Recovers in Time for Atlético’s Champions League Comeback”
Atlético de Madrid is preparing for a comeback in the Champions League against Inter. Antoine Griezmann and Pablo Barrios trained normally on Monday after recovering from their injuries. Griezmann, who suffered a right ankle sprain on February 20, joined the group last Friday but could not play against Cádiz.
Barrios missed training and the Cádiz match due to tonsillitis. César Azpilicueta is in the final phase of his recovery from a meniscus injury, but it is uncertain if he will be in the squad. José María Giménez and Thomas Lemar will miss the match due to injury.
12.03.2024 23:18 / Sport
“How Barcelona Can Benefit from Atlético’s Elimination to Qualify for Club World Cup”
Barcelona has a chance to qualify for the 2025 Club World Cup if Atlético Madrid is eliminated from their match against Inter. Barcelona must reach the Champions League semifinals to earn a spot in the tournament. Atlético has 62 points in the UEFA ranking, while Barcelona has 59.
If both teams are tied in points, Barcelona would qualify based on their better individual result during the Champions League classification period. Barcelona’s poor performance in recent Champions League tournaments has hurt the club, but an excellent performance this year could save the situation.
13.03.2024 23:45 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid advances to Champions League quarterfinals after thrilling penalty shootout”
Atlético de Madrid won the match 2-1 against Inter de Milán in extra time and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Champions League after winning the penalty shootout.
Federico Dimarco scored for the visitors, but Antoine Griezmann and Memphis Depay equalized. In the penalty shootout, Inter missed three penalties and Atlético advanced to the next round.
13.03.2024 23:44 / Sport
“Memphis Depay, the ‘in extremis’ hero of Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League”
Memphis Depay continues to prove his worth at Atlético de Madrid, this time in the Champions League round of 16 against Inter Milan. With the score tied at one, Depay came on in the 79th minute and scored the goal that sent the game to extra time in the 87th, showing his ‘inner lion’ with a crossed shot.
The Dutchman has scored nine goals and two assists in 26 games this season, with most of his numbers coming in the second half of the year. Although he has the label of a substitute, Depay has shown that he is a game-changer and a valuable player in the Colchoneros’ attack. The question is, what more does he have to do to earn a starting spot?
13.03.2024 08:00 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid, led by Griezmann, seeks comeback against Inter at the Metropolitano”
Atlético de Madrid faces Inter Milan in the Champions League round of 16 in a crucial match for the Spanish team, which seeks to overturn the 1-0 deficit from the first leg. Coach Diego Pablo Simeone is confident in his team and the return of Antoine Griezmann, who has emerged as one of the leaders in the locker room.
The match promises to be tough against an Inter team on a roll, which has won 13 straight games and has not lost in two months. Atlético needs to win to keep their hopes alive in the competition and give their fans something to cheer about at the Metropolitano.
14.03.2024 08:12 / Sport
“Saúl Faces His Difficult Moments at Atlético Madrid with Humility”
Saúl Ñíguez, Atlético de Madrid midfielder, has publicly acknowledged that he is going through a tough time at a sporting level and accepts all criticism following the draw against Inter in the Champions League round of 16.
Despite not being at his best, Saúl remains grateful for the support of the fans and promises to continue working hard to overcome this difficult stage. The outpouring of the red-and-white player shows his humility and commitment to the team, even in the most challenging times.
14.03.2024 13:30 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid’s Invincibility When Needed the Most”
Atlético de Madrid beat Inter de Milán in the penalty shootout and qualified for the Champions League quarterfinals. After losing to Cádiz and Bilbao, the team led by Diego Pablo Simeone overcame the Italian leader. The fans, with a record attendance, and players like Koke, Oblak, Memphis and Griezmann were key in the comeback.
14.03.2024 15:23 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid’s Epic Win Against Inter
Atlético de Madrid achieved an epic comeback against Inter Milan at the Metropolitano, qualifying them for the Champions League quarterfinals. This victory, valued at 70 million euros, once again showcases the commitment and passion of the red and white fanbase.
The team has taken advantage of the stadium change and turned the Metropolitano into an impregnable fortress. The emotion and grit of the team were key to achieving this victory, and Diego Pablo Simeone once again led his team to victory. With this classification, Atlético de Madrid secures a spot in the 2025 Club World Cup and continues to prove that they are a team capable of surprising and making history in the Champions League.
14.03.2024 17:52 / Sport
“French National Team Calls Up Barcelona’s Koundé and Atlético’s Griezmann for Pre-Euro Friendlies”
French coach Didier Deschamps has announced the squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Germany and Chile, which includes Barcelona defender Jules Koundé and Atlético de Madrid midfielder Antoine Griezmann.
Deschamps’ selection represents a core group of players expected to feature in the Euros, but he admits that the final roster is still subject to review. The list also includes Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni.
15.03.2024 19:17 / Sport
“Joao Félix Expects Hostile Atmosphere at Wanda Metropolitano Return”
Ahead of the Atlético de Madrid vs FC Barcelona match at the Wanda Metropolitano, Joao Félix predicts a challenging environment, especially for him.
Despite the tension, the Portuguese forward feels motivated to play in high-stakes games. Meanwhile, Ronald Araujo reiterates his happiness at Barça and his commitment to giving his all for the team.
15.03.2024 16:25 / Sport
“The Atlético de Madrid’s Successful Record in Champions League Quarterfinals”
Led by Diego Pablo Simeone since 2011, Atlético de Madrid has reached the Champions League quarterfinals six times in the past 10 years, advancing to the semifinals on three of those occasions.
The Madrid-based team’s nightmare in Champions League finals began in 2014 against Real Madrid, and it has since had memorable matches against Real Madrid and Manchester City. Now, Atlético faces Borussia Dortmund in the quarterfinals, with the first leg at the Metropolitano on April 9 or 10.
17.03.2024 17:29 / Sport
“Get Ready for the Atlético-Barça Clash in LaLiga!”
Atlético Madrid and FC Barcelona face off at Cívitas Metropolitano for LaLiga EA Sports 2023-24’s matchday 29. Both teams come from advancing in the Champions League, and Barça arrives in good form, unbeaten in 7 games.
Atlético, currently in the last Champions League spot, is the best home team in the league with 40 points in 14 games. Barça has recovered Marcos Alonso but still has important absences like Ferran Torres and Joao Cancelo. The match will take place at 21.00 hours and will be broadcast live on DAZN.
17.03.2024 10:10 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid and Barcelona Ready for Exciting Liga Clash”
After eliminating Napoli in the Champions League, Barcelona focuses on La Liga and prepares to face Atlético de Madrid. Xavi Hernández’s team will visit Cívitas Metropolitano to face the colchoneros, who come from a comeback against Inter Milan.
Marcos Alonso is the main novelty in the Barcelona squad, while youngsters Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsí, Marc Guiu and Héctor Fort have also been called up. The match promises to be exciting, as both teams are in good form in their inconsistent seasons.
17.03.2024 21:43 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid Loses at Home to FC Barcelona”
Atlético Madrid lost at home to FC Barcelona with a score of 0-2 in the La Liga 2023/24 match. Joao Félix and Robert Lewandowski scored for Barcelona in the first and second half, respectively. Atlético, which had temporarily equalized in the second half, could not maintain the advantage and lost in a classic Spanish football match.
17.03.2024 22:55 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid Falls and Barcelona Takes Second Place in LaLiga”
Atlético Madrid lost 0-3 to Barcelona, falling out of the Champions League zone. The match was tight, but goals from Joao Félix, Lewandowski, and Fermín decided the game.
Barcelona advances to second place, while Girona, which lost 1-0 to Getafe, falls to third place. Athletic Bilbao is now in fourth place due to their 2-0 win over Alavés.
17.03.2024 23:00 / Sport
“Barça Triumphs Again at the Wanda
FC Barcelona won the match 0-3 against Atlético de Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano, in a game marked by Joao Félix’s absence in the Atlético starting lineup and the impressive performance of Barcelona’s youngsters from the B team. Goals by Joao Félix, Lewandowski, and Fermín keep Barcelona’s hopes alive in the Liga and place them second in the table, eight points behind Real Madrid.
17.03.2024 08:00 / Sport
“Vermeeren’s Bet in Atlético
Belgian midfielder Arthur Vermeeren, 19, joined Atlético de Madrid in the winter transfer window for 18 million euros. Although Barcelona was also interested, Vermeeren chose Atlético, who see him as a key player for the future. Despite playing only 83 minutes in three games, the club is satisfied with his progress and coach Diego Simeone hopes he will be ready to play when they deem it appropriate.
18.03.2024 17:32 / Sport
“Joao Félix, the scourge of Atlético de Madrid
Joao Félix faced Atlético de Madrid as a Barcelona player in two LaLiga matches this season and scored in both games. The Portuguese striker, who is on loan at Barcelona, has proven to be a scourge for the colchonero team.
Despite his inconsistency in the game, he has always managed to score against his former team. Atlético de Madrid does not apply the ‘fear clause’, which allowed Joao Félix to face his former team in these matches. In the future, both teams could meet in the Champions League semifinals.
18.03.2024 11:57 / Sport
“Atlético’s Challenge to Maintain Champions League Position”
Atlético Madrid finds itself in a critical situation in the Spanish league after losing to FC Barcelona and falling out of the top four. They have won only four of fourteen games on the road, which has hurt their standings.
Despite eliminating Inter Milan in the Champions League, the team needs to improve its league performance to secure a spot in the next Champions League, which guarantees a bonus of 15.64 million euros and more prizes for wins and draws. Currently, Girona and Athletic Club, who also aspire for the top four, have to visit the Metropolitano, giving Atlético an opportunity to gain crucial points.
19.03.2024 20:30 / Sport
“Atlético’s Interest in Lewandowski
Atlético de Madrid is interested in signing Robert Lewandowski, forward of FC Barcelona, according to Rubén Uría’s Twitch channel. The Polish player is a key figure in the Catalan team and was crucial for them to qualify for the Champions League quarterfinals.
Despite Lewandowski’s statements about wanting to stay in Barcelona, the club’s economic situation could force him to leave. Atlético, currently outside the Champions League spots, is looking for a reference striker to strengthen their attack. The acquisition of Lewandowski would be a major coup for Simeone’s team, which has had success with the acquisition of world-class strikers like Villa and Suárez in the past.
20.03.2024 12:18 / Sport
“Lewandowski-Joao Félix Swap, a Possibility Between Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid”
According to journalist Rubén Uría, Atlético de Madrid is interested in a swap deal involving Robert Lewandowski and Joao Félix. Lewandowski has had a good season with Barcelona, but some club directors believe that his continued presence may not be beneficial.
Meanwhile, Atlético could consider lowering the price of Joao Félix or giving him away for free to Barcelona. Both clubs have a history of reaching agreements in previous negotiations, which could facilitate a potential deal.
20.03.2024 12:34 / Sport
“Atlético’s Success Relies on Griezmann’s Recovery”
The absence of Griezmann has been felt in Atlético Madrid, which urgently needs his best version to achieve the season’s objectives: to qualify for the Champions League and reach the semifinals in the European competition. The Frenchman, with six goals in the Champions League, is key to the team’s success.
22.03.2024 12:57 / Sport
“Memphis, from hero to villain in his return to the Dutch national team”
Atlético de Madrid player Memphis Depay has returned to the Dutch national team after an eight-game absence. However, his comeback has not been without controversy due to his defense of teammate Quincy Promes, who is serving a six-year prison sentence for cocaine trafficking.
Memphis’ remarks have sparked criticism in the media and in his country, although he is in good form with Atlético, where he has scored five goals in LaLiga and was decisive in the Champions League. His coach, Ronald Koeman, has spoken about the matter, but Memphis has maintained his stance of support for Promes.
22.03.2024 12:25 / Sport
“Atlético Madrid Targets Young Spanish Talents for Reinforcement”
Atlético Madrid focuses on the next season with the aim of rejuvenating the squad. The sports management has set its sights on young and promising players, particularly in defense and midfield.
Center-back Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia, 19 years old) and midfielder Álex Baena (Villarreal, 22 years old) are the main targets. However, high competition and contract clauses make the scenario challenging.
23.03.2024 15:54 / Sport
“Mario Hermoso
Mario Hermoso’s future remains uncertain as the Atlético de Madrid central defender has yet to renew his contract and has several offers on the table. One of them is from Saudi Arabia, which is willing to exceed his current salary, while Aston Villa offers better sports opportunities but not economically.
Coach Cholo Simeone awaits a decision soon, while the colchoneros press to renew at a lower cost and obtain financial margin. Hermoso has played five seasons in LaLiga, and all indications are that his next adventure will be abroad.
23.03.2024 14:33 / Sport
“Griezmann Hits Back at Critics
Antoine Griezmann, Atlético de Madrid forward, responded on his social media to critics after leaving the French national team camp due to ankle discomfort. Griezmann took to his ‘X’ account to express his frustration with a clear and direct ‘They know nothing about football’.
The criticism arose when the Frenchman was not deemed one of the best players by some commentators in Optus Sport, an Australian sports media outlet. As LaLiga returns next weekend, Griezmann uses this break to recover and perform at his best for the remainder of the season.
25.03.2024 13:58 / Sport
“Koke renews with Atlético de Madrid and continues his legendary status”
Atlético Madrid’s captain, Koke, has renewed his contract with the club until next season, maintaining his status as an undisputed legend of the team. With 626 games played, he is the player who has worn the red and white jersey the most times in the club’s history.
Koke has won a total of 8 titles in his 15 years with the team, including two La Ligas and two Europa Leagues. The club has offered an annual renewal, which will be evaluated at the end of each season.
26.03.2024 07:53 / Sport
“Koke’s Unwavering Commitment to Atlético de Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid midfielder Koke Resurrección has renewed his contract with the club until 2025. After 26 years of wearing the red and white jersey, his commitment and loyalty remain unbreakable. Despite his legs not running as fast as before, his brain and heart continue at the maximum level.
Against Inter in the Champions League, he demonstrated his value by covering 17.5 kilometers, neutralizing Barella, and assisting Memphis. Koke is the fourth field player with the most minutes played this season, with a total of 2,815 minutes.
He remains the team’s conductor and a central player, despite the absence of a guaranteed ‘5’ in the midfield. Koke is the most faithful soldier that the club has had in its recent history, and his love for Atlético de Madrid remains stronger than ever.
27.03.2024 20:13 / Sport
“Griezmann Returns to Training Aiming for Villarreal”
Antoine Griezmann has returned to Atlético de Madrid training after recovering from his ankle injury. The ‘Prince’ missed four games for the team, which only won one during his absence.
Griezmann returned early to face Inter Milan in the Champions League and scored a goal, but suffered discomfort and had to be substituted. Since then, the French forward has stayed away from group sessions to fully recover. Now, the striker could be in the starting lineup against Villarreal in the 30th league game.
29.03.2024 14:39 / Sport
“Witsel’s Call to the Fans
Atlético de Madrid midfielder Axel Witsel emphasized the importance of the upcoming match against Villarreal and the need to qualify for the Champions League. Witsel, chosen by fans as the best player of March, also highlighted his reunion with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League and the significance of the fans for the team’s success.
29.03.2024 21:52 / Sport
“Griezmann Ready to Lead Atlético Against Villarreal”
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has tried out various lineups for the match against Villarreal, with Antoine Griezmann consistently slated to start. Griezmann, recovered from an ankle injury, is set to lead the attack alongside Álvaro Morata or Memphis Depay.
The starting XI will also include José María Giménez, Stefan Savic, Reinildo Mandava, and Marcos Llorente, while Simeone has yet to decide between César Azpilicueta and Llorente for the right flank, and between Samuel Lino and Reinildo for the left. The match will take place at the Cerámica Stadium on Monday.
30.03.2024 17:57 / Sport
“Atlético’s Confirmed Line-up Against Villarreal
Diego Pablo Simeone, Atlético de Madrid’s head coach, has announced the line-up for the match against Villarreal. The team features Jan Oblak in goal; Marcos Llorente, Axel Witsel, José María Giménez, Reinildo Mandava and Rodrigo Riquelme in defense; Koke Resurrección, Pablo Barrios and Samuel Lino in midfield; and Antoine Griezmann and Memphis Depay in attack. This line-up is the result of the trials conducted by Simeone in the training sessions prior to the match.
