Jose Maria Gimenez - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Sets up opening goal Gimenez assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Gimenez's header from close range allowed Alexander Sorloth to break the deadlock before the fifth minute. Gimenez can be a threat in set-piece situations, but outside of the occasional goal or assist, he doesn't do much offensively. His upside is almost strictly tied to what he can bring to the table from a defensive standpoint.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet in lineup return Gimenez had two tackles (one won), one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 3-0 win over Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Gimenez made his first start since returning from a hamstring injury that had kept him out of the starting lineup for seven matches and contributed defensively to the clean sheet with two tackles, three interceptions and one clearance. Prior to the injury, he started eight of 10 matches and helped record four clean sheets but had been on the bench for the previous three games as David Hancko and Marco Pubill were preferred as the center-back pairing. While that duo has recently been favored centrally, Gimenez can also be used alongside either, as was the case in this match, a setup that shifted Hancko to left back in place of Matteo Ruggeri.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Gimenez (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Gimenez is no longer sidelined following a four-game absence but could be ready only for limited minutes as either Marc Pubill's or David Hancko's substitute. The Uruguayan has made seven league appearances in the 2025/26 campaign, tallying more than three clearances in five of those contests.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Could be set for sidelines Gimenez (hamstring) could be set for the sidelines after being spotted saying to a teammate that he could have teared his hamstring during Tuesday's 3-1 defeat against Barcelona, a...

Impact Gimenez played the full game in Tuesdays 3-1 defeat against Barcelona, contributing one tackle, two interceptions and five clearances but could be set to miss a few games due to a hamstring injury. The center-back was spotted saying to Johnny Cardoso at the end of the game that he may have teared his hamstring, making him a doubt for upcoming fixtures for the Colchoneros. If he had to miss some time, Marc Pubill could see increased playing time in the backline.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late Champions League winner Gimenez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Gimenez scored a late winner to provide Atletico Madrid a famous win against Inter Milan. He has started seven of the last eight games since coming into the squad. This was his second goal since 2022, with both coming in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico coach Simeone shows trademark emotions stopping Inter's winning run in Champions League

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NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Atletico Madrid 2-1 Inter: Gimenez's last-gasp winner to extend unbeaten home run Atletico Madrid left it late and needed a stoppage-time goal from Jose Maria Gimenez to see off Inter at the Metropolitano.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Robin Le Normand injured in Atletico Madrid's Champions League match

Atletico Madrid defender Robin Le Normand has been substituted with a left leg injury midway through the first half of his team’s Champions League match against Union Saint-Gillois...

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Playing in friendly Friday Gimenez (strain) is in the starting lineup for Friday's friendly match against Inter Milan.

Impact Gimenez hasn't played this season, but his presence in this friendly boosts his chances of being an alternative for upcoming contests after the break. When healthy, Gimenez should see decent minutes at the center-back position for Atletico Madrid.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list for friendly Gimenez (strain) is in the squad list for the first time this season for Friday's friendly game against Inter Milan.

Impact Gimenez missed the beginning of the season due to injury and has been participating in training in recent weeks without making any match squad so far. The center-back has been included in the squad list for the friendly game against Inter Milan on Friday, which will likely allow him to play some minutes and build on his fitness to make his competitive return soon. That said, Gimenez was a regular starter in the backline for the Colchoneros last season, but he will need to compete to regain that role, with Clement Lenglet and Robin Le Normand having settled strongly in defense during his absence.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Participates in training Gimenez participated in Thursday's training session, but he won't be an option to face Real Madrid on Saturday, according to F.J. Diaz of Diario AS.

Impact Gimenez looked good in training on Thursday, but the coaching staff wants to see him get back into the group slowly and with no pressure. He won't be available to face Real Madrid, but he could see minutes before the October international break -- either against Frankfurt (Sep. 30) in the Champions League or Celta Vigo (Oct. 5) in LaLiga.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries hit Atletico Madrid ahead of Champions League opener at Liverpool

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Not training with team Gimenez (strain) suffered a muscular injury during the Club World Cup and was still training individually on Friday in his rehabilitation process, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Impact Gimenez hasn't yet resumed team training after suffering a muscular injury during the Club World Cup in late June. The defender was spotted training individually on Friday as part of the rehabilitation process for the injury. Gimenez will remain a big doubt for the opening game of the season against Espanyol next Sunday. That said, the Uruguayan seems to be the third choice in the center-back hierarchy and therefore his potential absence will not impact much the starting XI.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Gimenez (undisclosed) was forced off at halftime of Thursday's 3-1 victory against Seattle in the FIFA Club World Cup due to discomfort, according to the club.

Impact Gimenez felt discomfort and couldn't play more than one half in Thursday's game against the Sounders. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he has to miss some time. If he has to miss the third and last group stage game against Botafogo on Monday, Axel Witsel, who replaced him against Seattle, will likely see a greater role against the Brazilians.

JUNE 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records triple-digit clearances Gimenez recorded 115 clearances, 27 interceptions and 26 tackles across 27 appearances (20 starts) in the 2024/25 Liga season. He also made eight starts in the UEFA Champions Leagu...

Impact Gimenez recorded more than 100 clearances just for the second time in his career since joining Atletico. The defender was a regular for Los Colchoneros, and he missed only three matches due to injury between the Liga and the UCL. Gimenez remains under contract at Atletico for the 2025/26 season and should remain a regular piece at the back for the club.

MAY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active on defense in loss Gimenez generated one tackle (zero won), five clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Las Palmas.

Impact Gimenez was active in terms of clearances, but he didn't do much else. The Uruguay international has value in terms of defensive stats, but that's the only area in which he stands out as a center-back on a defensive-minded team.

APRIL 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Gimenez completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Valladolid on Monday.

Impact Gimenez missed Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla due to suspension and is now back available and in contention with Robin Le Normand for a starting spot in central defense for their next contest against Valladolid.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Will miss Sevilla game Gimenez will miss the game against Sevilla due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Gimenez has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the against Sevilla on Sunday. Robin Le Normand or Axel Witsel are his possible replacements for that game.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico's season falling apart after consecutive losses to Real Madrid and Barcelona

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MARCH 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists in draw Gimenez made an assist, created two chances, made one tackle, seven clearances, three interceptions and two blocks and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Ce...

Impact Gimenez had one of his most impressive performances of the year, being a beast at the heart of the defense while also providing a decisive contribution on the attacking end, with an assist for Alexander Sorloth to score the equalizer late in the game. After three consecutive games as an unused substitute in all competitions, the center-back had back-to-back starts and did a great job in both, accumulating two tackles, 13 clearances, four interceptions and three blocks.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be suspended Le Normand will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Le Normand has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for Madrid's Derby on Saturday against Real Madrid. Jose Maria Gimenez is expected to start in the central defense in his place.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Tuesday Gimenez (strain) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Gimenez is back from a two-match absence due to a strain, seeing the start immediately in his return. He should continue in this role moving forward now that he is fit, starting in 19 of his 22 appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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