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Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Atletico Madrid once again came up short in the Champions League as they suffered a 1-0 loss at Arsenal on Tuesday that meant they succumbed...

MAY 5 • goal

Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Arsenal manager Arteta infuriated by decision to overturn penalty against Atletico Madrid

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta calls it unacceptable and says it's a moment that changed the course of his team’s Champions League semifinal against Atletico Madrid

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Starts for semifinal Hancko (ankle) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Hancko is no longer injured, and with his team, as expected, not just listed on the team sheet but starting. After a four-match absence, this is a major return, as the defender is a typical starter. He has yet to see a clean sheet in UCL play this season, something he will look to change Wednesday.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have drawn 1-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Should return Wednesday Hancko (ankle) was back training with the team Monday, just two days before Wednesday's Champions League semifinal first leg against Arsenal at the Metropolitano, according to Serg...

Impact Hancko picked up an ankle injury April 8 in the Champions League quarterfinal against Barcelona and had logged more minutes than anyone in the squad before going down, making his potential return a massive boost for Atletico heading into the biggest week of their season. The Slovak center-back has been a locked-in starter under coach Diego Simeone and if he gets through the final training sessions without any setbacks, he could be in line to start against the Gunners. If he is not fit enough to go from the jump, Robin Le Normand is the most likely option to step in and anchor the back line.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team, could return Hancko (ankle) returned to team training and could be available for Saturday's clash against Athletic Club, according to Ainhoa Sanchez of Radio Marca.

Impact Hancko had been unavailable for three consecutive games after an ankle injury prevented him from featuring even during the Copa del Rey final, making his return to the training pitch a significant step forward. The Slovak center-back is an undisputed starter when fit and his potential comeback gives manager Diego Simeone a welcome defensive option to call upon heading into the weekend. Robin Le Normand has been covering in his absence and the club will make a final call on Hancko's involvement after assessing how he responds in the remaining sessions before Saturday.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering, remains out Hancko (ankle) continues to work through his recovery and remains unavailable for the time being, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal of Marca.

Impact Hancko had travelled with the squad for the Copa del Rey final but was not risked given the Champions League commitments ahead, and his continued absence suggests the ankle issue has not yet fully resolved. Robin Le Normand is expected to continue holding a larger role in the central defense until Hancko is cleared to return, with Atletico keeping a close eye on his progress ahead of what is a massive week with Arsenal visiting the Metropolitano in the Champions League semifinal.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be risked Hancko (ankle) was included in the squad for Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad, but will not be risked with Atletico still competing in the Champions League, acco...

Impact Hancko had been left out of the matchday squad for Tuesday's Champions League second leg against Barcelona after failing to recover from an ankle issue in time, making his potential inclusion in the final squad a better-than-expected development. That said, the club is clearly taking a conservative approach with the European stage still very much in play, and his involvement on the pitch at La Cartuja looks unlikely even if he travels with the squad. Atletico will prioritize having him fully fit for the remaining Champions League fixtures rather than risking a setback in the Copa final.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Tuesday Hancko (ankle) was left out of the matchday squad for Tuesday's Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Barcelona, the club posted.

Impact Hancko had not been training in the days leading up to the fixture, making his omission from the squad confirmation that he has not recovered in time. The Slovak center-back is an undisputed starter when fit and his absence is a significant blow for Atletico, particularly with Marc Pubill suspended for the clash. Clement Lenglet is expected to partner Robin Le Normand in central defense for one of the biggest European nights in the club's recent history.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Hancko (ankle) did not train with the group Monday and is doubtful for Tuesday's Champions League return leg against Barcelona, according RNE Deportes.

Impact Hancko (ankle) has not trained in recent days and is doubtful for Tuesday's Champions League return leg against Barcelona after already missing the last match due to the injury. The center back is an undisputed starter when fit, so his potential absence would be a significant blow, especially with Marc Pubill suspended, while Clement Lenglet is expected to start alongside Robin Le Normand in central defense if he is ruled out.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Friday, likely out Hancko (ankle) was absent from Atletico's latest training session and is likely to miss Saturday's clash against Sevilla, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal of Marca.

Impact Hancko has been managing an ankle issue that forced him off after just 30 minutes of the last match, and his absence from training Friday is a real concern for coach Diego Simeone heading into the weekend. With multiple defensive options unavailable, Robin Le Normand, Marc Pubill and Clement Lenglet are among the candidates to fill in at the back, while the situation will also need to be closely monitored ahead of the Champions League return leg against Barcelona next week.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle issue Hancko left Wednesday's UEFA Champions League game versus Barcelona after twisting his ankle in the first half, his team reported.

Impact Hancko started as a center-back but played only 30 minutes before being replaced by Marc Pubill. Despending on the severity of his potential injury, the versatile defender will be at risk of missing the next league visit to Sevilla and the return leg versus Barcelona. With Jose Maria Gimenez (undisclosed) dealing with a fitness concern as well, all of Pubill, Robin Le Normand and Clement Lenglet may be in contention for two central spots in upcoming fixtures.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico wins 2-0 at 10-man Barcelona in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinal

Atletico Madrid scored twice after Barcelona was reduced to 10 men to earn a valuable 2-0 road win and take the advantage in their Champions League quarterfinal

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinicius Jr scored twice while Federico Valverde again found the net as Real Madrid saw off Atletico Madrid, 3-2, in a frantic derby on Sund...

MARCH 22 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinícius scores twice to lead Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico in La Liga

Vinícius Júnior has scored twice to lead 10-man Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid and keep in touch with La Liga leader Barcelona

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Scores dagger goal Wednesday Hancko scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Spurs' attack cut the aggregate deficit to just two goals heading into the final stretch of the second leg, but Hancko rose up in the box in the 75th minute and scored a header assisted by Julian Alvarez to clinch the victory. It marked his second goal in the Champions League this season and it came on his lone shot in the match. Hancko has a very difficult stretch coming up, facing Real Madrid and Barcelona in his next two La Liga matches, directly followed by two legs versus Barcelona in the UCL quarterfinal.

MARCH 19 • 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

Assists in Champions League loss Hancko assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss versus Glimt.

Impact Hancko took advantage of an opportunity to move forward and delivered a great cross for Alexander Sorloth to score the opening goal in the 15th minute of Wednesday's clash. The defender also recorded six duels won and three clearances to make up for the lack of clean sheet in the final UCL league phase game. He has operated as a left-back in each of the last two contests across all competitions, but he could well return to a central spot in future weeks.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Finds nets in victory Hancko scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 victory over PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Hancko pounced on a spilled rebound Tuesday to score Atletico Madrid's second goal of their 3-2 victory over PSV Eindhoven. The goal was the result of the central defender's first shot on goal in 11 appearances (10 starts). More characteristically, Hancko made three tackle (two won), one interception and four clearances Tuesday across his 90-minute shift.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Hancko assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Oviedo.

Impact Hancko delivered his second assist of the season after creating seven chances across his last five matches, with at least one in each outing. He set up Alexander Sorloth with a well-placed cross after making a run into space on the left. The defender has started 15 of 19 matches in all competitions, contributing 22 tackles, 20 crosses, 11 chances created and four clean sheets.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé is on a scoring run for Madrid before visiting Atletico in the capital derby

Atletico Madrid faces a near must-win derby when it hosts Real Madrid on Saturday in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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

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

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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

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