Atlético Madrid Team News Page 18 - Soccer

Pablo Barrios - Scores in win Pablo Barrios scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Villarreal.

Impact Barrios notched his first goal of the season as he put Atletico in front in the ninth minute with a short-range finish. The midfielder started and played all 90 minutes for the third consecutive league match.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Secures clean sheet in win Oblak had one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Villarreal.

Impact Oblak notched his first clean sheet of the season as he made a save against Villareal. The goalkeeper faced little pressure as Atletico controlled the game from the very beginning. Next in La Liga, he'll face off against Mallorca, a team with four goals in four games.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

What injury does Julián Álvarez have and why is he missing Atlético Madrid's Champions League match? Julián Álvarez suffered a knee injury against Villarreal and will miss Atlético Madrid’s Champions League debut against Liverpool.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Atlético Madrid vs. Liverpool MATCH PREVIEW 🏆 | Atleti's Champions League REVENGE! 👀

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Injuries hit Atletico Madrid ahead of Champions League opener at Liverpool

Atletico Madrid will be depleted by injuries for its Champions League opener at Liverpool on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Alvarez ruled out for Atletico's Champions League opener against Liverpool Diego Simeone will be without Julian Alvarez when his Atletico Madrid side take on Liverpool in the Champions League.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

David Hancko - Makes squad list Hancko (undisclosed) is in the squad list for Wednesday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Hancko was forced off late in Saturday's game against Villarreal due to an injury that turned out to be minor, as he is included in the squad list for Wednesday's Champions League opener against Liverpool at Anfield. This is good news for Atletico since the newcomer has started three of the first four league games and is expected to hold a starting role at left-back if fully fit. If not, Matteo Ruggeri will likely start in his place.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Alvarez - Out against Liverpool Alavrez (knee) is out for Wednesday's trip to Liverpool, per El Chiringuito, and won't travel.

Impact Alvarez isn't going to be an option Wednesday due to mild knee discomfort. The injury isn't expected to be a serious one, but will keep him out for the opener in the Champions League. Alexander Sorloth figures to lead the line with Alvarez on the sideline. Alvarez's first chance to return will be a Sunday trip to Mallorca.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Hancko - Injured after five minutes Hancko was forced off in the 83rd minute of Saturday's 2-0 win over Villarreal due to an apparent injury.

Impact Hancko would last only five minutes after entering the field in the 77th minute, leaving the field just five minutes later due to an injury. This is a tough development for the club, as he has started in three of their four games this season. They will now hold out for only a minor issue, as UCL play does start for the club on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé leads 10-man Real Madrid to win at Sociedad, Atletico gets first win of the season

Kylian Mbappé has scored one goal and set up another to lead 10-man Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory at Real Sociedad in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Barcelona faces home game challenges with injuries and stadium issues

Barcelona faces challenges as it approaches its first home game in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Thiago Almada - Suffers muscular injury Almada suffered a muscular injury in his right leg and will be out for the time being, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Almada suffered the injury while on international duty with Argentina during the final round of the World Cup Qualifiers, and he's expected to be sidelined for a few weeks at a bare minimum. The progress in his rehab will determine when he'll be ready to return to action, but this is another blow for an Atletico side that has struggled on offense in 2025/26 since they're also missing another key signing, Alex Baena (strain), due to fitness issues.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Preview, Squad List, Team News: Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid; Liga F 2025/2026 First Madrid derby of the season.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Scoring change moves Atletico Ottawa forward Sam Salter into CPL record book OTTAWA - A scoring change has moved Atletico Ottawa striker Sam Salter into the Canadian Premier League record book.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

Alex Baena - Undergoes appendicitis surgery Baena has undergone successful appendicitis surgery and is out for the time being, the club announced.

Impact Baena is set to spend several weeks on the sidelines after undergoing successful appendicitis surgery on Tuesday while also managing a muscular injury. The approximate recovery time from that type of surgery is between three and six weeks. Until then, Thiago Almada is expected to get a larger role for the Colchoneros.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Some fans criticizing Villarreal for signing Israeli forward. Atletico tops transfers in Spain

Villarreal is facing backlash after signing Israeli player Manor Solomon, who has publicly supported his nation in its war with Hamas

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Soccer's Most Expensive Transfers: Isak Joins Neymar, Mbappé in Top 5

Liverpool duo Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz join the list of most expensive transfers in soccer history.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Soccer's Most Expensive Transfers: Isak Joins Neymar, Mbappé in Top 5

Nico Gonzalez - Moves to Atletico Madrid Gonzalez has joined Atletico Madrid on loan with a conditional obligation to buy from Juventus.

Impact Gonzalez is on the move again after a single season at Juventus, where he struggled to live up to expectations relative to his Fiorentina days, totaling four goals, three assists, 55 shots (25 on target) and 26 key passes in 32 appearances (28 starts). He'll provide depth across the frontline at Atletico Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Conor Gallagher - Comes off bench Gallagher had two tackles (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Gallagher was introduced in the 72nd minute to steady midfield. In about 20 minutes on the pitch he completed 23 passes, won two tackles and four duels. He has come off the bench in both games since he started the season opener.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Alvarez - Registers most crosses Alvarez registered two shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Alvarez registered the most crosses in the game, created a chance and also made two tackles and an interceptions. He netted in the season opener, but has been poor in the two games since then.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Concedes spot kick Oblak recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Oblak was busy throughout the match and kept away Antonio Blanco's shot in the 83rd minute. Oblak conceded only from the penalty kick but otherwise kept Alaves out. He has already conceded four goals in the opening three games and takes on Villareal next, who have netted seven times in two games.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thiago Almada - Subbed off on Saturday Almada recorded two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Almada played a pivotal role without directly getting on the scoresheet. His shot in the seventh minute was parried into Giuliano Simeone's path, leading to the goal. Almada also made three tackles, one interception and one block. He has created four chances in the opening three games, but has not yet assisted.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giuliano Simeone - Nets opener Simeone scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Simeone netted the opener in the 7th minute after scoring Thiago Almada's rebound. Simeone also made three tackles. This was his first goal of the campaign. This is a positive start since he only netted twice last season.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona and Madrid may yet lose Fermín and Rodrygo in transfer window

Barcelona and Real Madrid face the closure of the transfer market with key support players possibly on the move to the Premier League

AUGUST 28, 2025 • Associated Press

'It wouldn't make sense' - Atletico Madrid dismiss talk of bringing back former star for third spell under Diego Simeone as La Liga side rule out further transfers | Goal.com US Atletico Madrid have shut down rumours of a Yannick Carrasco return, insisting their transfer business is over.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • GOAL.COM

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