2025-01 Marca
01.01.2025 18:52 / Marca
“Simeone bets on a ‘starting’ eleven for the Copa”
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone prepares a team with several heavyweights for the third round of the Copa del Rey against Marbella. In the two tests carried out, names such as Le Normand, Lenglet, Galán, Barrios, De Paul, Giuliano and Griezmann appear.
There would only be three newcomers compared to the base team of the 12 consecutive victories: Le Normand, in need of minutes to gain competitive rhythm, and Molina, behind and Koke reinforcing the four-man line in the middle. With Correa back in the group dynamics, the only absences in training would be those of Lemar, due to a contusion suffered in one of the last training sessions of 2024, and Giménez, still recovering from the strain suffered in Barcelona.
01.01.2025 12:25 / Marca
“The ‘Vic prophecy’ that drives Atlético de Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid is on a 12-game winning streak, which began after an internal meeting following their only league defeat at Benito Villamarín. The secret to this success dates back to October 31, when the team visited the modest Catalan club UD Vic and won 0-2.
Ramón Carrascal, Vic’s coach, had a hunch about Atlético’s future triumph after seeing the energy in Simeone and Gustavo López’s eyes. Since then, the team has chained victories, including the biggest away win in Champions League history and the first at Barcelona’s home. Carrascal visited Simeone and López in December, just before the ninth consecutive win with a comeback against Sevilla, and they shared their experience in preparing for the match.
02.01.2025 11:51 / Marca
“Griezmann and Julián Alvarez ready to face Marbella”
Atlético de Madrid’s coach, Diego Simeone, has made it clear that he will not hold back in the third round of the Copa del Rey against Marbella. Griezmann and Julián Alvarez will once again be the team’s spearhead, with a lineup that resembles the team’s starting eleven.
The Cholo has recovered Gallagher for the left side of the midfield, completing a line that is already well-known with Barrios and De Paul in the engine room and Giuliano on the right. Lenglet and Galán also remain as regulars in a defense in which Le Normand will continue to accumulate minutes in search of regaining his status and in which Molina presents himself as strong competition to Llorente. There will be absences due to injury, in the cases of Lemar and Giménez.
02.01.2025 13:36 / Marca
“Julián Alvarez, unstoppable in 2025”
Argentine striker Julián Alvarez, who played 70 games last year for Manchester City, Atlético de Madrid and national teams, will start 2025 as a starter against Marbella in the Copa del Rey.
Alvarez was one of the footballers who played the most games in 2024, with an immediate performance since his signing for Atlético for 70 million euros. The player has scored 12 of the 26 games played with the red and white team, and will form a striking duo with Griezmann in the first game of the year.
03.01.2025 05:05 / Marca
“Callejón
Marbella will face Atlético de Madrid in a historic Copa del Rey match. José Callejón, a Madridista at heart, sees the game as ’the last service of his career’. The veteran striker is enjoying his final years in football and is giving advice to the young players. Atlético is one of the best teams in the world and is in great form, but Marbella hopes to cause an upset and enjoy this gift of the Three Kings to the fullest.
03.01.2025 12:16 / Marca
“Simeone
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke to the media ahead of the Copa del Rey match against Marbella at La Rosaleda. Simeone referred to the possible registration of Barcelona player Dani Olmo and said he hopes the rules are the same for all teams.
He also spoke about the club’s growth over the past 13 years and the importance of continuing to improve. In addition, he praised the work of Luis Piñedo and said he hopes he continues in the same vein throughout the year.
03.01.2025 11:24 / Marca
“Simeone focuses on the Copa del Rey match against Marbella”
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke to the media ahead of the Copa del Rey match against Marbella. The Cholo emphasized the importance of staying focused on the next game and not dwelling on the past, despite having spent 13 years at the helm of the team.
Simeone also discussed the team’s situation, which is improving and growing, but needs to regain the energy lost during the break. The Argentine coach also expressed satisfaction with the work of Luis Piñedo and Molina, and hopes that the rules will be the same for all teams regarding player registration. Atlético takes the commitment against Marbella very seriously and will seek to continue their streak of consecutive victories.
04.01.2025 06:48 / Marca
“Former Atlético academy players seek revenge”
Three former Atlético de Madrid academy players, Aitor Puñal, Luis Acosta and Alberto Soto, spoke to MARCA ahead of their Copa del Rey clash against Simeone’s side. The Marbella FC players expressed their excitement for the game and their desire to prove themselves against their former team.
The trio agreed on the difficulty of succeeding in Atlético’s academy and the importance of seizing the opportunities that come their way. The match will be tough, but the Marbella players are confident in their chances and hope to cause an upset.
04.01.2025 23:30 / Marca
“Atlético de Madrid dominates at La Rosaleda”
Atlético de Madrid fans filled the La Rosaleda stadium in Málaga, something that hadn’t happened since Luis de la Fuente’s debut with Spain in March 2023. During the match, the rojiblanco supporters sang the Atlético de Madrid anthem ‘a capella’ and the team dominated the game, although they only managed to score one goal. However, incidents between Atlético de Madrid and Málaga CF ultras in the streets surrounding the stadium marred the day.
04.01.2025 18:21 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid aims to equal its best streak in Copa del Rey against Marbella”
Atlético Madrid, with 12 consecutive victories, faces Marbella in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey. The Marbella team has players trained in the Atlético de Madrid youth academy, such as Aitor Puñal, Luis Acosta and Alberto Soto, and the top scorer Callejón.
The match will be played at La Rosaleda in Málaga, where Marbella has sold out all the tickets. Simeone does not hold back and comes out with a competitive team, including Musso, Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Galán, Giuliano, Barrios, De Paul, Gallagher, Griezmann and Julián Alvarez. The atmosphere is guaranteed and before the match a tribute will be paid to the former Atlético coach, Radomir Antic.
04.01.2025 11:08 / Marca
“Radomir Antic’s family reunites for an emotional match between Marbella and Atlético de Madrid”
Radomir Antic’s family will attend the match between Marbella and Atlético de Madrid at the La Rosaleda stadium in Málaga, in a tribute to the Balcan coach who is an idol in both teams.
Ana Antic, Radomir’s daughter, speaks to MARCA in the pre-match and highlights the importance of Marbella for her father, who considered it his ‘vitamin place’. Radomir’s family continues to feel the affection they had for him and hopes to enjoy an emotional match in which the excitement is very high in Marbella.
04.01.2025 16:47 / Marca
“Clashes between Atlético de Madrid and Málaga CF ultras”
The prelude to the match between Marbella and Atlético de Madrid in the Copa del Rey has been marred by incidents and clashes caused by the Frente Atlético in the streets of Málaga. The Atlético de Madrid ultras, who arrived in the city escorted by the police, have caused disturbances in a zone near La Rosaleda stadium.
The incidents were provoked when members of the Frente Atlético and unidentified Málaga CF ultras met in the vicinity of Calle Rosario Pino. Images show chairs being thrown from a bar where ordinary fans were also present, who quickly moved away from the brawl.
Videos of the police intervention are already circulating on social media. The match, which was not highlighted as a high-risk game, will be played today at 21:30 and around 30,000 people are expected to attend the game.
04.01.2025 00:52 / Marca
“Return to La Rosaleda
Thirteen years ago, Simeone began his triumphant era at Atlético in La Rosaleda. Today, he returns with 8 titles under his belt and the possibility of equaling the longest winning streak (13).
El Cholo continues to find challenges on his path, such as achieving his first victory in Barcelona and seeking a new round pass against Marbella. The story of Cholismo remains unfinished, with a record of 420 victories (59% of the games played), 156 draws, 131 defeats, 1,193 goals for, 584 against, and 329 games without conceding.
04.01.2025 23:06 / Marca
“Nelson Vivas highlights tranquility and humility in Atlético de Madrid’s winning streak”
Atlético de Madrid’s second coach, Nelson Vivas, highlighted the tranquility and humility with which the team has lived its streak of 13 consecutive victories, equaling the club’s best streak.
Vivas, who served as coach on the bench during Simeone’s suspension, also spoke about missed opportunities and Le Normand’s return to the starting lineup. He also stressed the importance of maintaining the demand in training and respect for rivals, such as Marbella, whom he considered worthy opponents.
04.01.2025 22:22 / Marca
“Simeone responds with Atlético’s record of victories”
Simeone is a treasure of Atlético de Madrid and has responded to speculation about his replacement with a record of 13 consecutive victories in all competitions.
The team has no intention of reinforcing itself in this market, but has incorporated Le Normand, who returned to start against Marbella and showed that he will soon be back to his best after his trauma.
Atlético de Madrid has managed to bring 30,000 fans to a stadium to watch a Copa del Rey match against a Primera RFEF team like Marbella. However, violence between Atlético and Málaga fans is deplored, which is not acceptable in football or society.
05.01.2025 09:04 / Marca
“The era of Andrea Berta at Atlético de Madrid comes to an end”
Atlético de Madrid’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, has ended his time at the club after a successful career that began in 2013. Berta has been key to the team’s growth, forming part of the fundamental trio in planning and decision-making alongside Miguel Ángel Gil and Diego Pablo Simeone.
Although there have been great successes and some failures in the transfer market, Berta has been fundamental in building the team. Now, the club is looking for a replacement for the sports management, with the intention of finding someone from the house with the capacity to create a professionalized team and at the level of Atlético de Madrid.
06.01.2025 12:25 / Marca
“Giuliano, the invincible talisman of Atlético de Madrid”
Giuliano Simeone, the youngest son of coach Diego Simeone, has been a key player in Atlético de Madrid’s winning streak. The team has won all 14 games in which Giuliano has played at least half an hour. Although the competition in the team is strong, with players like Molina and Llorente, Giuliano has become an invincible talisman for the red and white team.
06.01.2025 06:42 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid, a team of records”
Atlético Madrid has achieved a streak of 13 consecutive victories, 8 of them away from home, and has left its goal to zero on 7 occasions. The 34 goals scored have been distributed among 10 different players, with Griezmann and Julián as top scorers with 8 goals each.
Defensive security and the ability to come back have been key in this historic streak. The team is ready to fight for everything.
06.01.2025 18:27 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid’s substitutes shine in friendly”
Atlético Madrid’s substitutes showed their worth in a 45-minute friendly against youth team players from the reserve and youth teams, winning 7-0. Riquelme, Lino and Rayane scored braces, while Correa also found the back of the net.
The starting team had a light training session before heading to the gym. Barrios and Sorloth received treatment in the gym for their injuries, while Oblak, Giménez and Lemar continue to recover from their respective injuries on the sidelines.
07.01.2025 15:29 / Marca
“Atlético de Madrid plans for the summer”
Atlético de Madrid is already working on their summer transfer market, where they will seek to improve their squad and solve the future of six players who end their contracts on June 30.
Axel Witsel and Azpilicueta will leave the team, while Koke will continue if he considers it and Reinildo has the option to renew by games. In addition, the club wants the loaned players Lenglet and Musso.
Witsel arrived for free and has given a great performance as a central defender, but his age and high salary are a problem. Azpilicueta also has age problems and has lost his place in the team due to an injury. Koke is a special case and his future will depend on his decision.
Reinildo also has the option to renew, but his future will depend on his performance and adaptation to the team. Lenglet has been a patch in defense and his future is uncertain. Musso, on the other hand, has given a sense of security in goal and the club is interested in renegotiating his loan with Atalanta.
07.01.2025 19:00 / Marca
“Griezmann 7 goals away from Atlético history”
Antoine Griezmann is just 7 goals away from becoming the first player to score 200 goals for Atlético de Madrid. The Frenchman arrived at the club a decade ago and has been one of the most influential players in its history.
Now, while sharing the attack with Julián Alvarez, Griezmann is looking to win a major title before embarking on the final stage of his career away from top-flight football. His future at the club will depend on how the season ends in terms of titles.
07.01.2025 12:16 / Marca
“Simeone tests Gallagher in midfield as he waits for Barrios”
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has begun preparing for the match against Osasuna with Gallagher as Rodrigo de Paul’s partner in midfield. Although Barrios is expected to be available for the match, Simeone has tested Gallagher in that position, which is the one he played at Chelsea, but not the one he has established in Simeone’s team.
If the coach keeps the Englishman in the center, there will be a vacancy on the left, where Lino and Riquelme are fighting for a place. Both players have already shown their skills with two goals each in a friendly match on Monday. Although Barrios, Sorloth and Oblak are expected to be available for Sunday, Simeone will continue to monitor the news from the medical department throughout the week.
08.01.2025 16:11 / Marca
“Le Normand, the best news for Atlético in 2025”
Robin Le Normand is the best news for Atlético in the little that has been covered of this 2025. The central defender, who spent more than two months out due to a cranioencephalic trauma, showed in his debut against Marbella in the Copa del Rey that he has returned to stay.
In fact, the match against the Andalusian team was the first he played in full since the Eurocopa champion had been out for 100 days. A true journey through the desert that seems to be coming to an end now that he has shown in La Rosaleda that he is increasingly integrated into the red and white group.
He is already, to the delight of Simeone, another player to compete for a place in the starting eleven. His spectacular level in August and September suggests that he will have a place in the starting eleven.
With Giménez as the leader of the defense and Lenglet playing a great role as a left-footed central defender, the only one who can fight (and win) to displace the Frenchman is the aforementioned Le Normand.
His first appearance in the starting eleven (against Osasuna on Sunday) will likely come on the other side, the one left by Giménez’s injury, which still keeps him away from the first team. In any case, the tight schedule will allow Cholo to rotate his three main defenders.
The arrival of the ‘January signing’, the aforementioned Le Normand, further increases the Argentine’s options to fight for the Copa del Rey, La Liga, and Champions League (with the Club World Cup in the background…). Without any signings on the horizon, Robin’s return to full fitness is the most important acquisition of January for Atlético.
08.01.2025 12:31 / Marca
“Atlético de Madrid to face Elche in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey”
Atlético de Madrid will face Elche in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey, which will be held at the Martínez Valero next week. The red and whites arrive at the meeting after defeating UE Vic, Cacereño and Marbella in the previous rounds.
Atlético is in great form, with a streak of 13 consecutive victories in all competitions. The Copa is an important goal for the team, which has not won the trophy since 2013. Elche, led by Eder Sarabia, arrives at the meeting in their best moment of the season, installed in the fourth position of the Second Division and after having crushed Las Palmas in the Copa.
19.01.2025 09:44 / Marca
“Adrián Niño, the red and white jewel who debuts in La Liga”
Adrián Niño, one of the jewels of the Atlético de Madrid academy, made his debut in La Liga against Leganés. The striker, who has scored 5 goals this season with Atleti B, has had the opportunity to play in the first team due to Sörloth’s injury.
With his debut, Niño becomes the 46th academy player to reach the first team under Simeone. Although the competition in attack is tough, Niño has shown himself to be a man of the area and is ready to take advantage of the opportunities given to him by Cholo. Madrid tried to sign him in the past, but Niño wanted to succeed as a red and white.
20.01.2025 12:26 / Marca
“Atlético face Getafe in Copa del Rey quarter-finals”
Atlético Madrid will face Getafe in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey. Simeone’s men will be looking to repeat their semi-final appearance from last season, where they defeated Real Madrid and Sevilla at the Metropolitano.
To reach this stage, the red-and-whites have overcome Vic, Cacereño, Marbella and Elche. Atlético have their sights set on a trophy they haven’t won since 2013, when they defeated Madrid in the historic final at the Bernabéu. Getafe is the first top-flight opponent the Atlético will face on their way to the Copa del Rey final, and it will be the last single-match encounter before the semi-finals are played over two legs.
20.01.2025 12:50 / Marca
“Simeone responds to Ancelotti and Ceballos
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke to the press ahead of the match against Bayer Leverkusen. The Argentine manager analyzed the team’s current situation and responded to comments from Carlo Ancelotti and Dani Ceballos.
Simeone highlighted the good form of the opponent, but also the importance of Atlético’s goal of reaching the Champions League final. In addition, the coach confirmed that he decides who takes the penalties and spoke about the importance of Florian Wirtz in the German team.
21.01.2025 21:58 / Marca
“Atletico Madrid of Simeone resists and defeats Xabi Alonso’s Bayer”
Bayer Leverkusen, the best team to visit the Metropolitano this season, showed its authority and team play capacity. However, Atletico Madrid, despite playing with 10 men for much of the game, showed its ability to fight at all times.
Thanks to a goal from Griezmann, the red and whites achieved an important victory. Despite the mistakes of Galán and the red card to Barrios, Simeone maintained faith in his team and his game plan, which allowed them to resist and defeat the German team.
21.01.2025 22:14 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid stage epic comeback at Metropolitano”
Atlético Madrid staged an epic comeback against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League. Despite being behind on the scoreboard and with one less player for more than 50 minutes, the Spanish team managed to win 2-1 thanks to a double from Julián.
Bayer Leverkusen, who had dominated the first half, were left with a bitter taste in their mouths. Atlético, now just a step away from the ’top 8’, once again demonstrated their pride and fighting spirit.
21.01.2025 18:02 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid seeks fourth consecutive win in Champions League”
Atlético Madrid faces Bayer Leverkusen in matchday 7 of the Champions League. Simeone’s team arrives with a streak of three consecutive victories in the competition and seeks its fourth consecutive victory for the first time since 2016.
The Argentine coach has reinforced the wings with Giuliano and Marcos Llorente, which allows him to have a more solid defense. Xabi Alonso, coach of Bayer Leverkusen, starts with Kovar in goal and without a reference striker. The Italian Davide Massa will be the referee of the match, which will be played at the Metropolitano at 21:00 hours.
22.01.2025 07:15 / Marca
“The Spider from another world leads Atlético to victory”
Julián, the new star of Atlético de Madrid, has arrived to mark an era. In a difficult match against Bayer, the team was left with ten players and the rival took the lead. However, the Spider, as Julián is known, took the team on his back and scored two goals to take the victory. His quality and his faith in collective play are arguments to aspire to everything, including the Champions League, a title that resists Atlético del Cholo and that Julián has already won with City.
22.01.2025 14:19 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid consolidates as a candidate for everything with prestigious victories”
Atlético Madrid has given a punch on the table of Europe and LaLiga with its victories against PSG, Barcelona and Bayer Leverkusen. The team has shown a common formula to defeat these rivals: a possession inferior to 40%, a comeback and a winning goal on the buzzer.
Simeone’s game plan is based on humility to ‘respect’ the rival’s virtues and intelligence to ‘combat’ them regardless of how. Atlético has won on five other occasions after turning around an adverse result and has scored three goals on the buzzer that reproduce the history of nine other duels this season. The contribution of substitutes and the millimeter physical plan by Luis Piñedo have been key in these victories.
22.01.2025 15:58 / Marca
“Reinildo, the ‘warrior’ who moved Simeone and the Metropolitano”
The Mozambican Reinildo, who had only played 70 minutes in the last two months, returned to his outstanding level after a speech that moved everyone in the locker room. His entry into the Champions League match against Bayer Leverkusen was key in Atlético de Madrid’s comeback.
Contundent, winner of duels and impossible tackles, fast, unbeatable at the back and energetic up front, Reinildo led the team to victory. The same warrior who had been discovered by Andrea Berta at Lille, capable of closing the way to Mbappé, Neymar or Doku.
Despite knowing he was a substitute, Reinildo did not hesitate to take the floor on his 31st birthday and thank everyone for allowing him to be part of Atlético’s glorious era. A lesson in humility and gratitude that would be another moral reinforcement for a ‘moved’ group with their warrior.
23.01.2025 13:57 / Marca
“Julián Álvarez, the sensation of Atlético de Madrid”
Argentine striker Julián Álvarez has won over the Atlético de Madrid fans with his goals and humility. In his first season with the club, he has scored 16 goals and proven to be a key player in the team.
His humble behavior and ability to quickly adapt to the team have earned him the respect of his teammates and coaching staff. Additionally, his decision to join Atlético instead of accepting lucrative offers from other clubs has been highly valued by the fans. The victory at the last minute against Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday was a highlight of his season, in which he scored two goals and brought delirium to the Metropolitano.
23.01.2025 12:48 / Marca
“Sorloth recovers and aims for Villarreal match”
Norwegian Alexander Sorloth worked at a high pace alone and his recovery is going well. For more than half an hour, the Atlético striker performed running progressions, changes of pace, touched the ball, made long displacements, shot on goal and made finishes against the goal.
All this at a good pace and without apparent problems. The discomfort seemed to have disappeared and he would have many options to be on Saturday at the Metropolitano to play against his former team, Villarreal. The rest of the squad is expected to be in the Atlético commitment without any problem, arriving after doing only one training session to prepare for the match due to the fact that the session on Thursday came after resting on Wednesday and was used for the players who had the most minutes in Champions to recover as best as possible after the effort made.
24.01.2025 12:04 / Marca
“Simeone
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke about the team’s current situation before the game against Villarreal at the Metropolitano. He highlighted the importance of Rodrigo De Paul, who is giving his best in the team and is very important for them.
He also talked about the team’s winning mentality and the management of the game against a difficult opponent like Villarreal. In addition, Simeone mentioned the importance of Marcos Llorente in the team and his ability to play in different positions. Finally, Simeone emphasized that in LaLiga there is no final, but rather it is game by game.
25.01.2025 13:19 / Marca
“Severiano García joins the new sports structure of Atlético”
Severiano García, until now responsible for the San Luis franchise, has been recruited by Carlos Bucero in the reorganization of the sports general management of Atlético.
García was already working in the entity both in the Mexican franchise of San Luis and in the Canadian one of Ottawa, and now he will move to integrate into the new structure that Bucero is elaborating after the departure of Andrea Berta.
He will not exercise the position of sports director, since this figure will not exist in principle in the new structure. In the coming weeks there will be more news while Bucero continues to outline how the new sports area will be configured.
25.01.2025 13:00 / Marca
“Atlético and Villarreal face off at the Metropolitano in a key match”
Atlético de Madrid hosts Villarreal at the Metropolitano in a key match for both teams. Striker Alexander Sorloth is the main novelty in the Atlético squad after recovering from knee problems.
For his part, Marcelino García Toral hopes to maintain the defensive security shown in the last two games to have options in his visit to the Metropolitano. Diego Pablo Simeone will not be able to count on Lenglet and Galán after both had to serve a suspension for receiving their fifth yellow card in the match against Osasuna. Villarreal arrives with high morale after thrashing Mallorca at the beginning of the week and with a large part of its offensive artillery in great form.
26.01.2025 05:58 / Marca
“Atlético de Madrid at the limit”
After coming up short in another comeback, Atlético de Madrid pays the price of trying to fight for the top spot in LaLiga while securing the ’top 8’ in the Champions League and advancing in the Copa.
The presence of Griezmann, De Paul and Giménez on the bench in the match against Villarreal already indicated that, despite the fact that Atlético has signed the best winning streak (15) in its history with practically the same team, the gasoline, the legs and the mind have a limit.
However, Simeone’s men have also found that the attempt to stay at the top of LaLiga while securing their journey to the ’top 8’ of the Champions League and advancing in the Copa rounds also leaves no room for error.
A tightrope walk that had already had a warning in the previous round, when Leganés knocked the red and whites out of the top spot in LaLiga. However, despite the fact that the first to put the situation in jeopardy was Sánchez Martínez by signaling a controversial penalty, Atlético would still attempt the ninth comeback of the season. It would come up short, just as it did in the derby, but at least it would make it clear that, pending determining how far its strength and depth go to fight for the conquest of LaLiga, the Champions League and the Copa, the competitive spirit will not be lacking.
26.01.2025 12:03 / Marca
“Atletico focus on Salzburg”
After the draw against Villarreal, Atletico Madrid are already focusing on their next objective: securing their place among the top eight in the Champions League next Wednesday in Salzburg. The starters from the Villarreal match worked in the gym, while Sorloth, Griezmann and Giménez led the training on the pitch.
Galán was the only absentee due to his ankle injury. The Norwegian Sorloth, who arrived at the match with only one training session, will be able to play in the Champions League with greater guarantees.
Griezmann and Giménez also took the opportunity to take care of their physical condition in the frenetic rojiblanco calendar. Llorente, Reinildo and Lenglet were also present in the training, with the latter aiming to recover his place in the starting eleven.
27.01.2025 06:01 / Marca
“Watch out for yellow cards in Atlético”
Atlético de Madrid will face Mallorca in the next league match, but Le Normand, Julián Alvarez, Koke and even Simeone could miss the derby against Real Madrid on February 8 if they are booked in the next game.
The four players and the coach already have four yellow cards, so they will have to be careful in the next match to avoid missing the crucial game at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Julián Alvarez, in particular, is in a difficult situation after receiving a yellow card for protesting after two clear fouls went unpunished in the last game against Villarreal. Koke has also been flirting with the threat of suspension for some time, while De Paul has secured his place in the derby after receiving his fifth yellow card against Villarreal.
27.01.2025 08:22 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid seeks a 5 to compete in all competitions”
Carlos Bucero, the general manager of football at Atlético Madrid, is focused on signing a positional midfielder with immediate performance in the remaining week of the transfer market.
Although the Atlético Madrid squad is of high quality, with players such as Julián Alvarez, Le Normand, Sorloth, Gallagher, and Musso, the team is looking to strengthen the position of a positional midfielder, a 5.
Carlos Bucero is pushing the deadline until next Monday, February 3, with the intention of finding that type of midfielder that has been resisting in the last markets.
The demand to compete in the Champions League, LaLiga, and the Copa invites finding a midfielder who combines tactical sense and creative ability and can serve as a reliable backup.
Carlos Bucero already has a couple of options on his table, and there is moderate optimism that this week the signing of another midfielder who contributes to the objective of trying to compete in all competitions can be channeled. A departure for Lemar is also being attempted, whose role in the squad is completely residual since he tore his Achilles tendon a year and four months ago.
27.01.2025 11:49 / Marca
“Julián and Griezmann lead the rehearsal for Salzburg without Simeone”
Atlético de Madrid is preparing for the Wednesday match in Salzburg, where they will play for their place among the top eight in the Champions League. Simeone, absent due to illness, has handed over the reins to Nelson Vivas, Hernán Bonvicini and Tevenet.
Griezmann and Julián Alvarez will lead the team, with Llorente, Lenglet, Azpilicueta and Lino as possible starters. Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Azpilicueta; Giuliano, De Paul, Koke, Lino; Julián Alvarez and Griezmann would be the starting eleven to secure a direct pass to the round of 16. Giménez confirmed the need to take care of his fitness after having to leave training before his teammates.
29.01.2025 00:07 / Marca
“Salzburg - Atlético
Atlético de Madrid faces Salzburg with the need to win to avoid speculation and secure their direct passage to the round of 16 of the Champions League. The phrase ‘Win, win and win’ is one of the most iconic of the club and comes to mind more than ever.
The red and white team has an experienced squad, with an average age of 29.1 years, and players like Koke, De Paul and Giuliano who provide talent and grit. Salzburg, on the other hand, is the youngest team in the Champions League, with an average age of 22.3 years. Coach Simeone does not save anything and will go out with everything available to achieve victory and avoid speculation in an intense February in which Real Madrid awaits in LaLiga and a possible semi-final clash in the Copa del Rey.
29.01.2025 17:56 / Marca
“Atlético de Madrid aims to secure their place in the Champions League round of 16”
Atlético de Madrid face Salzburg in the eighth round of the Champions League. A win would guarantee their place in the round of 16. Simeone trusts his best team and emphasizes the importance of calming the game and taking it where they can do damage.
Salzburg, already out of contention, will seek to end the competition well in front of their fans. Atlético de Madrid start with Oblak, Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Azpilicueta, Koke, De Paul, Giuliano, Lino, Griezmann and Julián Álvarez.
29.01.2025 21:52 / Marca
“Giuliano and Griezmann lead Atlético to Champions League round of 16”
Giuliano Simeone, son of coach Diego Simeone, proved his worth with a goal and an assist in Atlético de Madrid’s victory over Salzburg (0-2), securing their place in the Champions League round of 16. Antoine Griezmann was also key with a brace, reaching 16 goals this season.
Koke, meanwhile, returned to the starting lineup and showed his importance to the team. Salzburg, with a weak defense, could not compete with Atlético. The red and white team won their fifth consecutive game in the European competition.
29.01.2025 21:56 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid advances to round of 16 with win in Salzburg”
Atlético Madrid qualified for the round of 16 of the Champions League with a 4-0 win over Salzburg in Austria. Giuliano opened the scoring in the 12th minute and assisted Griezmann for the second in the 16th.
Griezmann scored his second goal in the 35th minute, while Llorente scored the fourth in the 78th. The team of Diego Simeone has had a perfect run in the group stage, with 18 points in six games.
29.01.2025 06:02 / Marca
“Jonathan Soriano analyses Salzburg
Jonathan Soriano, former player of Salzburg, talks about the next opponent of Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League. The Catalan highlights that the Austrian team is an entity that lives from selling and that it has no fear of letting go of its players.
Soriano also comments that Salzburg is in transition and will need two years to form a competitive block again. In addition, the former Espanyol player assures that Atlético must believe in itself and that it has everything to compete with the big teams in Europe.
30.01.2025 07:54 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid enters the Top 5 and faces an elite rival in the round of 16”
Atlético Madrid has had great success in the first phase of the competition, but will not face an easy cross in the round of 16. The possible rivals are Real Madrid, Manchester City and Bayern Munich, all of them elite continental teams.
The draw will be made on Friday and Atlético will have to continue at this level to face one of the three great Europeans. Koke, the eternal captain, has valued the successful pass to the round of 16 and has shown the ambition of a locker room that knows it can go far when it goes all out.
30.01.2025 15:28 / Marca
“Atlético Madrid stages historic comeback to qualify for the Champions League round of 16”
Atlético Madrid has staged a historic comeback in the Champions League, going from being 10 points behind the leader to qualifying for the round of 16 in fifth place. After a poor start in which they only managed to get 3 out of the first 9 points, the red and white team has managed to get a full 15 points in the last five games.
The comeback has been particularly meritorious considering that Atlético has had to face high-level teams such as Xabi Alonso’s Bayer, PSG, and Salzburg. The qualification for the round of 16 frees up the team’s calendar and is a blessing for the technical team, which will be able to focus on LaLiga and the Copa del Rey. Although the opponent in the round of 16 will be tough, the red and white entity is confident of being able to look any team in the eye, remembering that they have been able to bring down great teams such as Pep’s Bayern, Barça’s MSN, Mou’s Chelsea, or Klopp’s Liverpool.
31.01.2025 09:00 / Marca
“Mallorca visits Metropolitano with key absences”
Mallorca arrives at the Metropolitano with several absences in midfield. Arrasate only has Samu Costa, Darder and Dani Rodríguez available for those positions.
In addition, Maffeo is almost ruled out due to physical discomfort, which could give Mateu Morey the opportunity to prove his worth. Despite the difficulties, more than 500 fans are expected to accompany the team at Atlético de Madrid’s stadium.
31.01.2025 12:13 / Marca
“Simeone focuses on Mallorca, not Champions League”
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has made it clear that his main focus is the LaLiga match against Mallorca and not the Champions League. Simeone has highlighted the importance of the game and the difficulty of the opponent, despite their recent results.
He has also talked about the need for goals from the second line and the recovery of Sorloth after his injury. The Argentine coach has praised Gallagher for his work and has pointed out that the team is focused on tomorrow’s game and not on the following week.
31.01.2025 14:28 / Marca
“Giuliano Simeone, the steel mentality that conquers Atlético de Madrid”
Giuliano Simeone, son of coach Diego Simeone, has shown a steel mentality and a constant desire for growth in his football career. After overcoming a serious injury and participating in the Paris Olympics, he earned a place in Atlético de Madrid.
Despite starting as a rotation player, his dedication, work, and skill made him a key player in the team. His long-term goal is to represent Argentina in the 2026 World Cup and win a title with Atlético in the coming months.
31.01.2025 11:35 / Marca
“Simeone prepares to host Mallorca at the Metropolitano”
Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Pablo Simeone faced the media on the eve of hosting Mallorca at the Metropolitano. Cholo analyzed the situation of the red and white team in their return to LaLiga and answered journalists’ questions with the intention of starting to cut ground on the league leaders.
Simeone highlighted the importance of César Galán, who had a great game against Leverkusen and will be necessary for the team. He also spoke of the possibility of counting on Molina, who could not train this Friday due to an indisposition.
The coach also referred to the need for goals in all aspects of the game, including defenders on set pieces. Finally, Simeone showed himself to be full of energy and focused on Saturday’s game against a tough opponent like Mallorca.
