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Signs extension through 2027 Koke signed a one-year contract extension with Atletico Madrid, committing to the club through June 2027, the club announced.

Impact Koke made his debut with the first team on September 19, 2009, and has gone on to make 740 official appearances for the club, scoring 50 goals and providing 122 assists, making him the player with the most appearances in the club's history. The 34-year-old captain has won eight trophies during his time at the club, including two La Liga titles, a Copa del Rey, two Europa League titles, two UEFA Super Cups and a Spanish Super Cup, placing him second only to Adelardo in terms of silverware won as a player for Atletico. His extension ensures the Colchoneros will retain their captain and most experienced figure in the squad for the 2026-27 season, which gets underway officially on the weekend of August 16.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses Saturday Koke recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Celta Vigo.

Impact Koke recorded five crosses Saturday, including a season-high three accurate crosses. He also created two chances in a productive day on the attack. It's been another modest season for the central midfielder as he has two goals and two assists through 31 appearances (21 starts) in La Liga this season.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid's Simeone proud and 'peaceful' after Champions League hopes dashed yet again

After yet another Champions League elimination, Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone rallied with his players in front of the team’s fans

MAY 6 • Associated Press

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

Koke likens Atletico's Champions League semi-final to a first date Atletico Madrid face Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Wednesday, and Koke is feeling the nerves.

APRIL 28 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Atletico Madrid withstands Barcelona's early blitz to reach the Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid has held on after an early charge by Barcelona to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time in nearly a decade

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

"We will treat it like a final" - Atletico Madrid captain Koke warns Barcelona with confident claim before Champions League face-off Atletico Madrid captain Koke has sent a clear message to Barcelona, claiming they will treat the Champions League quarter-final second leg a...

APRIL 13 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Option again Koke is eligible going forward after serving a one-game La Liga ban.

Impact Koke may see plenty of opportunities in the midfield rotation in the next few matches, especially if Pablo Barrios (undisclosed) and Johnny Cardoso (thigh) fail to recover from their injuries. The veteran has recorded two goals and two assists across 28 league appearances (19 starts) this season, but his most consistent output comes from his averages of 51.4 accurate passes and 1.5 tackles per match.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

'I have a plan!' - Diego Simeone defends decision to make TEN changes to Atletico Madrid lineup ahead of Champions League decider vs Barcelona

Diego Simeone has staunchly defended his decision to field the youngest starting XI of his tenure after Atletico Madrid fell to a narrow La...

APRIL 12 • goal

'I have a plan!' - Diego Simeone defends decision to make TEN changes to Atletico Madrid lineup ahead of Champions League decider vs Barcelona

Set for suspension Koke will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Koke picked up his fifth yellow card in La Liga play and will serve a one-match suspension for Saturday's clash against Sevilla. The captain has been a regular starter in the midfield for the Colchoneros this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Obed Vargas likely starting in his spot for that game.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 to set up clasico final at the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

Federico Valverde and Rodrygo have scored to help Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals played in Saudi Arabia

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Back-to-back league goals Koke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Girona.

Impact Koke found the net again in league play, scoring in consecutive matches after taking three shots, following a stretch of 15 league appearances without a goal in which he attempted only four shots. While his offensive output has ticked up, his primary value continues to come defensively, as he logged three tackles and has totaled 12 across his recent outings, recording at least two in each match in all competitions.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Girona 0-3 Atletico Madrid: Koke scores stunner in comfortable win Koke scored the pick of the goals as Atletico Madrid saw off Girona, with substitutes Conor Gallagher and Antoine Griezmann also on target.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Scores in win over Valencia Koke scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Koke found the back of the net early in the first half after latching on a rebound and slotting a shot past Julen Agirrezabala. Koke has seen regular minutes in midfield this season, but don't expect him to be a steady contributor on the attack. As a holding midfielder, his fantasy upside isn't very high.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Simeone grateful for experience in Atletico's ranks Diego Simeone lauded Atletico Madrid's experienced operators after Koke and Antoine Griezmann netted in their 2-1 win over Valencia.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Real Madrid's winless streak continues with 2-2 draw at Elche, Bellingham gets late equalizer

Real Madrid has been held to a 2-2 draw at Elche in the Spanish league to see its winless streak extend to three matches in all competitions

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs assist in win Koke assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 victory against Betis.

Impact Koke helped his squad get the party started with an assist on Giuliano Simeone's goal in the 3rd minute of play. The assist marked his second in league play this season, both coming within the last four outings. This also marked his fourth straight league game with at least one chance created, totaling six over that span.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Koke created three chances and suffered one foul during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Koke was very active in the middle of the park, being involved in the early build-up of plays while also putting his teammates in scoring position. However, this performance feels more like the exception for the Koke, as he's no longer the playmaking dynamo who was a fantasy stud almost a decade ago.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On scoreboard Koke assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 win against Real Madrid.

Impact Koke recorded his first assist of the season during the derby win Saturday. He's been ineffective of late, collecting just five key passes and one successful dribble in the last five La Liga appearances.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Single shot off bench Koke registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Koke came off the bench Wednesday and took a single shot, as well as putting in a corner. The midfielder isn't a nailed-on starter as he was previously in his career, but he still offers something on both sides of the ball when he's on the pitch. Koke should have some upside if he rotates into the starting XI in future Champions League matches.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

USA's Johnny Cardoso Makes Atletico Madrid Debut in Tough Loss to Espanyol

USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso made his debut for Atlético Madrid its season opening loss to Espanyol.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

USA's Johnny Cardoso Makes Atletico Madrid Debut in Tough Loss to Espanyol

Barrios scores twice, Atlético Madrid beats Seattle Sounders 3-1 in Club World Cup

Pablo Barrios scored twice and Atlético Madrid beat the Seattle Sounders 3-1 in the Club World Cup

JUNE 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Extends contract until 2026 Koke has signed a contract extension for one additional season with Atletico, the club announced.

Impact Koke will remain Atletico's captain for one more season until June 2026 as he extended his contract with the Colchoneros. The midfielder started his journey with his heart club in 2009 and has since made history as the player with the most games in red and white, with 681 appearances in total. He will aim to surpass the 700-game mark next season after ending the 2024-25 campaign with 39 appearances across all competitions, scoring once and providing two assists.

JUNE 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Koke (leg) was in the squad list on Wednesday for the Copa del Rey clash with Barcelona and remained an unused substitute during the game, confirming he has recovered from his inju...

Impact Koke has fully recovered from his leg injury as he was on the bench for the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal against Barcelona. This is good news for the club since Atletico are still fighting to win La Liga this year and their captain will be important in crucial moments.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In squad list Wednesday Koke (leg) is included in the squad for Wednesday's Copa Del Rey clash with Barcelona, the club announced.

Impact Koke appears to be fully fit as he is included in the squad for the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals against Barcelona on Wednesday. However, the captain should not be rushed back into the starting XI as he has not played since mid-February and has not been a regular starter this season.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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