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Makes squad list Barrios (thigh) is in the squad list for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Tottenham, the club posted.

Impact Barrios has been back in full team training with the squad for weeks and finds his name on the roster for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Tottenham. The midfielder was also listed ahead of the Copa del Rey matchup with Barcelona before ultimately missing the final matchday squad, so it remains to be seen if he will actually suit up this time. Once he's fully back up to speed, Barrios is expected to regain his usual starting role in the center of the park for the Colchoneros.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trains Monday, could return Tuesday Barrios (thigh) was spotted training with the team Monday and could be an option for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Tottenham, according to David G. Medina from Marca.

Impact Barrios has been back in full team training for several weeks and continues to inch closer to a return to the matchday squad following the recovery of a thigh injury. The midfielder could make that comeback in Tuesday's Champions League clash against Tottenham if he ultimately gets the green light to feature. Until then, Koke and Johnny Cardoso are expected to handle duties in central midfield for the Colchoneros.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Barrios (thigh) still doesn't train with the team and remains out for the time being, according to Pedro Fullana from Cadena SER.

Impact Barrios was likely included in Tuesday's Copa del Rey squad against Barcelona by mistake, as he still hasn't returned to team training and remains sidelined with a thigh injury. It's a tough blow for the Colchoneros since he's a locked-in starter when healthy, and his absence forces a shake-up in the starting XI. In the meantime, Koke and Johnny Cardoso stand as the leading options to anchor the central midfield until he's back in the mix.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not included Tuesday Barrios (thigh) was a surprise inclusion in the squad list for Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Barcelona and ultimately didn't make the match squad, the club posted.

Impact Barrios is closing in on a return from a thigh injury, but Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Barcelona came too soon for him. The midfielder will get another chance to make his comeback in Saturday's showdown against Real Sociedad if he can train fully with the squad leading up to the match. That said, if he needs more time to recover, Koke and Johnny Cardoso are expected to continue holding down the pairing in central midfield for the Colchoneros.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not included Tuesday Barrios (thigh) was a surprise inclusion in the squad list for Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Barcelona and ultimately didn't make the match squad, the club posted.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available against Barcelona Barrios (thigh) is an option for Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Barcelona, the club posted.

Impact Barrios was yet to resume full team training but still made the match squad for Tuesday's Copa del Rey showdown against Barcelona, a clear sign he has shaken off his thigh injury. It is a major boost for Atleti as they welcome back a regular presence in the engine room, though after a month on the sidelines he could be eased back in rather than thrown straight into heavy minutes. Until he is fully up to game speed, Koke and Johnny Cardoso are in line to continue handling duties in central midfield.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

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.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

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

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

All-around effort in defeat Barrios had two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Glimt.

Impact Barrios was busy in midfield as his team had the majority of possession and chances despite the result against the Norwegian side. In addition to taking a shot to the post, he completed 94 percent of his passes and won 10 of his 13 ground duels during the match. He's expected to retain a starting spot and could be highly reliable for passes and tackles given his current role.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers one assist Pablo Barrios assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Barrios provided his second assist of the La Liga season during Sunday's 1-0 win against Deportivo Alaves, delivering a perfect cross for Alexander Sorloth's header just after halftime. He could have added to the scoreline, posting season highs with five key passes, five crosses, and six tackles. The midfielder is a key contributor on both ends, boasting one goal, one assist, and 18 chances created offensively, alongside 27 tackles and 23 interceptions defensively across 19 La Liga appearances this season.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench in Copa del Rey Barrios (undisclosed) recorded 32 minutes as a substitute in Tuesday's Copa del Rey visit to Deportivo La Coruna.

Impact Barrios was forced to exit the last league clash against Real Sociedad and then missed the Supercopa competition, but it was ultimately just a scare, as he completed a quick recovery. The central midfielder played a few minutes during Tuesday's cup game and could aim to regain a starting spot for upcoming fixtures. With significant time on the pitch, he may be expected to rack up passes and other possession-related stats. Both Johnny Cardoso and Conor Gallagher will see their involvement reduced with Barrios available.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

In squad list again Barrios (undisclosed) is in the squad list again for Tuesday's clash against Deportivo in the Copa Del Rey.

Impact Barrios is in the squad list again after missing to make the bench against Real Madrid in the Supercopa. The midfielder has been dealing with discomfort and seems ready to make his return to the pitch in upcoming fixtures. His comeback will be a boost for the Colchoneros since he has been a regular starter in the midfield this season.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't make bench in Supercopa Barrios (undisclosed) isn't on the bench for Thursday's match against Real Madrid in the Supercopa.

Impact Barrios won't be an option for this Madrid derby, and it seems he's not 100 percent healthy after leaving the previous league match against Real Sociedad with discomfort. Barrios will aim to be healthy for the team's next league match against Alaves on Sunday. Jan. 18.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Barrios (undisclosed) is in the squad list for the Supercopa game against Real Madrid on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Barrios was forced off with some discomfort in Sunday's draw against Real Sociedad but the issue revealed to be minor since he is in the match squad for Thursday's Supercopa game against Real Madrid. The midfielder has been a regular starter in the midfield for the Colchoneros and will likely claim back that role in the upcoming fixtures.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with discomfort Sunday Barrios was forced to leave the field with an undisclosed issue during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad.

Impact Barrios was replaced by Conor Gallagher at the beginning of the second half after a quiet performance in midfield. Barrios is now at risk of missing the upcoming game against Alaves, but his status and the nature of the injury remain unclear. He has been a key member of the Colchoneros' lineup throughout the season, so his absence would be an important loss in terms of ball recovery and distribution.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from cross in win Pablo Barrios assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 victory versus PSV Eindhoven. In addition, he wa...

Impact Pablo Barrios lifted the ball to the back post Tuesday to setup Atletico Madrid's second goal of their 3-2 victory over PSV Eindhoven. The assist was the midfielder's first of the season across all competitions. Barrios has played the full 90 minutes in each of his last five starting appearances.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Olmo scores and gets injured as Barcelona beats Atletico Madrid 3-1

Barcelona has increased its Spanish league lead by coming from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid 3-1

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting Tuesday Barrios (groin) is starting during Tuesday's clash with Union SG.

Impact Barrios is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Union SG. The midfielder was originally feared to miss two matches with a groin issue, but it appears the issue wasn't as bad as originally feared. With Barrios back fit, Connor Gallagher remains on the bench Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss at least two games Barrios (groin) will miss Atletico Madrid's next two games against Sevilla and Royale Union SG, according to Jesus Colino of Diario AS.

Impact Barrios suffered the injury against Real Betis in the team's most recent league outing. It's uncertain whether Barrios will be fit enough to face Levante on Nov. 8 before the international break. While he's out, manager Diego Simeone could turn to Koke, Conor Gallagher or Johnny Cardoso (ankle) to take his role in midfield.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers groin issue Barrios was forced off in the 55th minute of Monday's 2-0 victory against Real Betis due to a groin issue, coach Diego Simeone confirmed in a press conference, according to The Par...

Impact Barrios suffered discomfort in his groin area during Monday's clash against Real Betis, which forced him off the pitch in the 55th minute. The midfielder will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will have to miss time to recover. If that happens, it would be a big blow for the Colchoneros since he is an undisputed starter in midfield and the first player picked by the coach in the heart of the game, meaning a change will have to be made if he misses games, with Conor Gallagher or Johnny Cardoso as the two possible options to replace him.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Barrios was brought off with an apparent injury during the second half of Monday's clash with Betis.

Impact Barrios had to be replaced just 10 minutes into the second half of Monday's clash. The midfielder was replaced by Conor Gallagher, who could be in line for more minutes with Barrios sidelined. Barrios has started every match this season since opening the campaign on the bench. He will hope to return for a Saturday clash with Sevilla.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Álvarez nets twice as Atletico scores 5 against Real Madrid for first time in 75 years

Julián Álvarez has scored twice to help Atletico Madrid beat fierce rival Real Madrid 5-2 in a thrilling Spanish league derby

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

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Álvarez nets twice as Atletico scores 5 against Real Madrid for first time in 75 years