Thiago Almada - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Limited impact in win Tuesday Almada recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Algeria.

Impact Almada was a creative presence on the left wing, but the Atletico Madrid playmaker didn't do much outside of taking a shot from long range that went wide in the first half. It's unclear whether Almada will remain in the XI in the next game against Austria on Monday, June 22, as Nicolas Gonzalez looked much better off the bench and was credited with an assist. Even if he stays in the XI, Almada is not a focal point on offense for Argentina and should have secondary upside only.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Honduras Almada (strain) started and played 63 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Honduras.

Impact Almada has returned to play ahead of the World Cup, featuring in the starting XI for a friendly against Honduras. This will give the midfield of Argentina another option heading into the World Cup, a solid attacking option who started to break out at the 2022 World Cup. He could see some quality minutes, but they are not likely to come immediately, potentially if Argentina finds themselves comfortably through to the knockouts at the end of the group stage.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Joins full team training Almada (muscular) returned to full team training on Friday with the Argentina squad, confirming his recovery from the muscular overload that had been monitored by the coaching staf...

Impact Almada had missed Atletico Madrid's season finale with muscular discomfort, ending his club campaign with three goals and one assist across 27 appearances (16 starts), but his return to collective sessions is a clean bill of health heading into the World Cup. The coaching staff will continue managing his workload carefully, but his availability for Argentina's opener against Algeria on June 16 is no longer in doubt.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Working towards full fitness Almada is managing a muscular overload resulting from an accumulation of matches, with the Argentina coaching staff monitoring his condition as he works toward full fitness for the...

Impact Almada had already missed Atletico's season finale with muscular discomfort, ending his first season at the club with three goals and one assist across 27 appearances (16 starts). The nature of the issue as fatigue-related rather than a structural problem is encouraging, and the coaching staff will manage his workload carefully over the coming days to ensure he is fully available for the tournament when Argentina's campaign gets underway against Algeria on June 16.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out for finale Almada is out for Sunday's match against Villarreal due to muscular discomfort, according to his club.

Impact Almada is not with his team for the season finale, as the attacker instead missed out due to some discomfort. This will end his season a bit early, but it should be nothing to worry about heading into the summer. He then ended his first season with the club, recording three goals and one assist in 27 appearances (16 starts).

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Almada is an option going forward following a one-match league suspension.

Impact Almada could compete with Alex Baena, Giuliano Simeone and Nicolas Gonzalez in attacking midfield spots, assuming there will continue to be rotations in the next few weeks of league and UCL action. The Argentinian has struggled to post consistent numbers this season, but he delivered an assist in the Copa del Rey finale and another one while on international duty in March. Thus, he could be a source of playmaking production if he features in the short term.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona edges Celta to restore 9-point lead over Real Madrid but Yamal and Cancelo injured

Barcelona has restored its nine-point lead over Real Madrid in the Spanish league with a 1-0 win over Celta Vigo during which Lamine Yamal and João Cancelo were injured before half...

APRIL 22 • Associated Press

Sent off Wednesday Almada was shown a red card in the 30th minute of Wednesday's match against Elche.

Impact Alamda would leave the field in the first half of Wednesday's contest, shown his marching orders after a straight red and a penalty. This will leave him out to face Athletic on Saturday, potentially missing more time depending on the ruling. He has served more of a rotational role, so this is a minor absence, as we will likely Julian Alvarez start at forward again after the break against Elche. Almada is set to return when facing Valencia on May 2.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Relegated to minimal role Almada has been an unused substitute in three of Atletico Madrid's last five matches between LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League.

Impact Almada started the first three matches of the 2025/26 season but didn't do so again until a three-game stretch in LaLiga between Jan. 31 and Feb. 15. He's been a backup option for manager Diego Simeone and has failed to take advantage of the opportunities he's generated as well, tallying just two chances created and not a single shot in those two starts this month. Don't expect Almada to see regular playing time for Atletico as long as the team stays healthy, leaving him as a rotation alternative and not much else.

MARCH 26 • 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

Scores off bench Thiago Almada scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Almada returned to the bench after starting the previous two matches in all competitions, with Alex Baena taking his place in the lineup. He still made an impact off the bench, scoring his third league goal with a well-taken strike during an 18-minute cameo. The midfielder has made just three starts across his last 19 appearances, and the goal does not secure a return to the starting XI as he faces competition for minutes with Baena and the returning Nicolas Gonzalez, who was the preferred option before his injury.

JANUARY 25 • 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

Returns to bench Almada (eye) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Getafe.

Impact Almada is with his team after recovering from an eye injury, woth the attacker fit enough to play from the bench. He has only appeared off the bench in his past six appearances, likely to remain a rotational option after the injury.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Getafe Almada (eye) is back available for Sunday's clash against Getafe, according to Marca.

Impact Almada suffered an eye injury while on international duty, but it turned out to be minor since he is back available for Sunday's clash against Getafe. The forward was even tested in training to start on the right wing in place of Giuliano Simeone if the right winger is not deemed fit enough to start the game.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers eye injury Almada was forced off in the 70th minute of Friday's 2-0 victory against Angola after suffering an eye injury that required stitches, according to TYC Sports.

Impact Almada suffered an eye injury during a collision in Friday's victory against Angola and was bleeding a lot which required some stitches after being forced off the pitch in the 70th minute. Almada will likely recover in time for the next La Liga clash against Getafe on Nov. 23, although a potential absence of the playmaker won't affect the starting XI of the Colchoneros since he featured off bench in his last six appearances.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 3 - 0 SEVILLA FC | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • YOUTUBE

ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 3 - 0 SEVILLA FC | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores and assists in 3-0 win Thiago Almada scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Sevilla.

Impact Almada came from the bench to score his second goal of the season and his second in his last three substitute appearances. He was assisted by Guiliano Simeone. He also assisted Antoine Griezmann in the final minutes to make the game 3-0. He created two chances for the first time as a sub this season.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kylian Mbappe scores two more as Real Madrid beats Valencia 4-0, Villarreal up to second

Villarreal scored three goals in nine minutes to rout Rayo Vallecano 4-0 in La Liga and move up to second in the standings

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores winner Saturday Almada scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Almada made his return to the pitch Saturday after a lengthy leg injury, subbing onto the field in the 63rd minute. It did not take long for him to announce his return as he scored a close range goal in the 69th minute off a Giuliano Simeone assist. It was his only shot in the match, but it's all he needed to earn his side all three points.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid 1-0 Osasuna: Super sub Almada sends Simeone's side fourth Atletico Madrid moved up to fourth place in LaLiga, after Thiago Almada climbed off the bench to give them all three points against Osasuna.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 1 - 0 CA OSASUNA | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 1 - 0 CA OSASUNA | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Brazilian club Botafogo in court for $21M transfer fee dispute with Atlanta United and FIFA

South American champion Botafogo which is owned by American businessman John Textor went to sport’s highest court Wednesday in a dispute over an unpaid $21 million transfer fee to...

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Available in friendly Almada (leg) is in the starting lineup for Friday's friendly match against Inter Milan.

Impact Almada is back in a match for Atletico Madrid after missing the previous seven competitive matches due to a leg injury. The playmaker should return to his regular starting role when Atletico Madrid takes on Osasuna on Oct. 18 after the international break, assuming he won't suffer any setbacks after this friendly match.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Barcelona edges Celta to restore 9-point lead over Real Madrid but Yamal and Cancelo injured

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

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

Kylian Mbappe scores two more as Real Madrid beats Valencia 4-0, Villarreal up to second

Brazilian club Botafogo in court for $21M transfer fee dispute with Atlanta United and FIFA