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Marc Pubill - Pulled due to illness Pubill is out for Sunday's match against Betis due to an illness, according to his club.

Impact Pubill is not going to be with his team Sunday despite initially lining up in the starting XI, with an illness too much to play through. This leaves Jose Maria Gimenez to start in his place. This still leaves the club with a strong defensive line, with normal rotation expected throughout the defense.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Sorloth - Option from bench Sorloth (head) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Betis.

Impact Sorloth was likely to be fit Sunday and after some testing, the forward is an option from the bench. He started in nine straight games before the injury and should return to that spot next contest, scoring five goals during that span.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch Atletico Madrid vs. Real Betis: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream Two teams in the top half of the LaLiga table, Atletico Madrid (third) and Real Betis (fifth), square off on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. ET.Watch L...

5 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Nico Gonzalez - Likely to miss Sunday Gonzalez (undisclosed) is dealing with muscle fatigue and likely to miss Sunday's clash against Betis, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Impact Gonzalez has been managing muscle fatigue and was absent from Saturday's final training session. The forward is expected to sit out Sunday's clash against Betis as a precaution, and with Ademola Lookman recently arriving and pushing for a starting role, his likely absence should not significantly alter the starting lineup.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Sorloth - Should be available Sunday Sorloth (head) should be available for Sunday's clash against Betis, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Impact Sorloth was forced off against Levante in the last La Liga game due to a head injury but seems to have cleared the concerns since he resumed full team training on Saturday and is expected to be an option for Sunday's clash against Betis. That said, with the recent addition of Ademola Lookman, he might be eased back into a bench role for the Colchoneros.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid vs Real Betis Prediction and Betting Tips | 8th February 2026 The 2025-26 edition of La Liga is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Real Betis lock horns with Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid side in an important encount...

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

'He'll make us better' – Simeone thrilled with Lookman's impact on Atletico debut Ademola Lookman stole the headlines on his Atletico Madrid debut, getting a goal and an assist in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals.

6 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Pablo Barrios - Will be sidelined multiple weeks Barrios was diagnosed with a right thigh injury and will be sidelined for at least one month, the club announced Friday.

Impact Barrios delivered an assist before being subbed off in the 5-0 win over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey on Thursday, and further tests confirmed the initial expectation. The playmaker will miss several weeks, meaning new signings like Obed Vargas and Rodrigo Mendoza will be in line to see more minutes, especially since Johnny Cardoso (undisclosed) is also unfit.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lookman scores on his debut as Atletico Madrid cruises past Real Betis to reach Copa semifinals

Ademola Lookman scored on his Atletico Madrid debut in a 5-0 rout of Real Betis that sent Diego Simeone’s team to the semifinals of the Copa del Rey

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Obed Vargas to Atlético Madrid: What it means for MLS & Seattle Sounders | MLSSoccer.com Viewed today, with Obed Vargas already on Atlético Madrid's gameday roster just three days after completing his landmark transfer from Seatt...

FEBRUARY 5 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Vinícius and Bellingham out for Real Madrid match at Valencia in La Liga

Real Madrid will be without Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham for its La Liga match at Valencia on Sunday

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Pablo Barrios - Subs off with muscle issue Thursday Barrios delivered an assist before picking up an apparent thigh injury that forced him to leave Thursday's Copa del Rey matchup versus real Betis.

Impact Barrios started despite being a minor doubt for this game, but he left in pain after five minutes of the second half. He's a regular piece of Atletico's midfield, and losing him would force them to modify their usual lineup. Given that Johnny Cardoso (undisclosed) is also struggling with a muscular issue, new signings Obed Vargas and Rodrigo Mendoza could find opportunities to play in Barrios' absence, although there's always the option of the versatile Marcos Llorente if they want to opt for a more experienced player.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Starting against Betis Griezmann (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's Copa del Rey match against Betis.

Impact Griezmann gets the nod upfront and will feature next to Ademola Lookman in the attacking duo. Griezmann has been limited to just five starts in 20 Liga appearances, so he'll use this Copa fixture to get some much-needed minutes under his belt.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Barrios - Starting vs. Real Betis Barrios (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's Copa del Rey match against Betis.

Impact Barrios will not only be available for this midweek clash, but will also start alongside Koke in central midfield. If healthy, Barrios should be a mainstay in Diego Simeone's midfield across all competitions.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Barrios - Option against Betis Barrios (undisclosed) is an option for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash against Betis after training fully on Wednesday, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal from Marca.

Impact Barrios was forced off in the 50th minute of Saturday's draw against Levante after picking up a minor issue, but concerns were quickly eased as the midfielder was spotted training in full on Wednesday and is now an option for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash against Betis. This is welcome news for the Colchoneros, as Barrios has been a locked-in starter in midfield and is expected to regain his spot as fixtures continue to pile up.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Back available Thursday Griezmann (thigh) is an option for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash against Betis after recovering from his injury, coach Diego Simeone said in the press conference.

Impact Griezmann missed the last three matches with a thigh injury but returned to full training this week after completing his recovery. The Frenchman is back available for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash against Betis and is considered an option to start, according to coach Diego Simeone. That said, Griezmann has mostly operated as a bench piece this season and could continue to see limited minutes following the addition of Ademola Lookman during the transfer window.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Giuliano Simeone - Clears illness Simeone (illness) is an option for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash against Betis after training fully on Wednesday, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal from Marca.

Impact Simeone missed the last clash against Levante due to illness but has since returned to full team training and is an option for Thursday's Copa del Rey matchup against Betis. The right winger is expected to regain his role moving forward, even with recent transfer window additions bringing increased competition in the frontline.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico follow up Lookman deal with double swoop Atletico Madrid were busy on deadline day, as they added to the signing of Ademola Lookman with two more acquisitions late on.

FEBRUARY 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Deadspin | Sounders transfer Obed Vargas to La Liga's Atletico Madrid Deadspin | Sounders transfer Obed Vargas to La Liga’s Atletico Madrid

FEBRUARY 3 • DEADSPIN.COM

Mexico's Obed Vargas Leaves Sounders For Atlético Madrid In $3.5 Million Transfer

Obed Vargas is set for a major step forward, leaving the Seattle Sounders to join Atletico Madrid.

FEBRUARY 3 • FOX SPORTS

Mexico's Obed Vargas Leaves Sounders For Atlético Madrid In $3.5 Million Transfer

Atletico Madrid signs 20-year-old Mexico midfielder Vargas from Seattle Sounders

Atletico Madrid has reached a deal for the transfer of Mexico midfielder Obed Vargas from the Seattle Sounders

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Rodrigo Mendoza Martinez Moya - Signs with Atletico Madrid Mendoza transferred from Elche to Atletico Madrid on Monday, securing a deal until June 2031.

Impact Mendoza saw most of his action for his previous club at the beginning of the season, when he notched one goal across 361 minutes of play between August and September. After that, he racked up only a few passes and was used mostly as a substitute in central midfield. The youngster has plenty of potential but is now facing tough competition for starts from players like Koke, Pablo Barrios, Johnny Cardoso and the also newly signed Obed Vargas.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Obed Vargas - Moves across the pond Vargas has completed a transfer to Atletico Madrid from Seattle, according to his new club.

Impact Vargas is off to Spain after his time in MLS play with Seattle, inking a deal with Atletico until 2030. He has been a starter each of the past two seasons with his former club, recording six goals and five assists in 62 appearances across the two seasons. This will leave a major gap for Seattle, possibly forcing Kalani Kossa-Rienzi into that role. However, with Atletico he is likely to see a bit less time, likely to sit in a rotational role fighting for time with Johnny Cardoso.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ademola Lookman - Signs with Atletico Madrid Lookman has completed a transfer to Atletico Madrid from Atalanta, according to his new club.

Impact Lookman is off to Spain after a few days of medicals and discussion, with the attacker leaving Atalanta four seasons. He inks a deal with Atletico through June 2030, set to be a top contender in the starting XI immediately upon his addition to the squad. He is versatile and gives them a new option across the attack, although he has been a bit more quiet this season with only two goals in 12 appearances (nine starts). That said, a starting role should be waiting for him, competing up top with Julian Alvarez and Nico Gonzalez.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Barrios - Small doubt moving forward Barrios was forced off in the 50th minute of Saturday's 0-0 draw against Levante due to muscle issues and is considered a minor doubt for this week's two-leg showdown against Betis...

Impact Barrios was forced off just before the hour mark in Saturday's draw against Levante due to muscle issues. The midfielder does not appear to be dealing with anything serious, but he remains a doubt for this week's two-leg showdown against Betis. If he is sidelined to recover, captain Koke is expected to step into the midfield and take over his role.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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Atletico Madrid signs 20-year-old Mexico midfielder Vargas from Seattle Sounders