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Griezmann ties Aragonés as Atletico's all-time top scorer in 3-3 draw with Getafe in Spanish league

Antoine Griezmann netted twice against Getafe to tie Luis Aragonés as Atletico Madrid’s all-time top scorer in a 3-3 draw in the Spanish league that ended Atletico’s record-tying 2...

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stefan Savic - Sent off Tuesday Savic was sent off during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Getafe.

Impact Savic was shown two yellow cards and sent off after 38 minutes during Tuesday's clash. With Savic sent off Cesar Azpilicueta was forced on the pitch. Savic will miss a Dec. 23 clash with Sevilla, making Azpilicueta the most likely option to take the start there. Unless his ban is extended Savic will hope to return for a Jan. 3 trip to Girona.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Attempts five crosses Griezmann generated two shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Athletic.

Impact Saturday marked a rare occasion this season, as Griezmann failed to log a goal or an assist. The Athletic game also marked his first this season during which he played less than an hour. Ideally for Griezmann, playing limited time Saturday will pay off for him and Atletico Madrid when the team hosts Getafe on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Five saves, two goals conceded Oblak had five saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Athletic.

Impact Oblak has logged five saves in back-to-back La Liga appearances now. He fared off worse though this time around, as Athletic Club scored multiple goals instead of one. Oblak will look to get back on track during the second half of December, during which Atletico Madrid has two games remaining, beginning with one Tuesday against Getafe.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Scores again Griezmann scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Griezmann picked a great time to log his first goal of December, as Wednesday's win easily cemented Atletico Madrid top spot in its group, which could bode well for his scoring chances down the line. In group-stage action this season, he scored five goals across his six appearances.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lino - Logs goal and assist Lino scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact Lino was Atletico Madrid's best player Wednesday. He logged the assist to a goal by Antoine Griezmann and scored one himself later. Lino finished the Champions League group stage with two goals and three assists, an output promising enough that it will be much more difficult for Atletico Madrid to bench him in future UCL and La Liga games.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico beats Lazio in its 20th straight home win to secure 1st place in Champions League group

Atletico Madrid has won its Champions League group and matched its longest-ever winning run at home in all competitions by beating Lazio 2-0

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Saul Niguez - Attempts three shots Saul registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Saul had not attempted more than two shots during any of his Champions League and La Liga games since the beginning of Atletico Madrid's season up to now. He finished this UCL season's group stage with one goal and three created chances across six appearances (four starts).

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Molina - Five crosses, three accurate Molina registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Lazio.

Impact Molina finished his Champions League group-stage campaign somewhat promisingly, logging more accurate crosses Wednesday than he did across his previous five UCL appearances. He finished the group stage with 23 crosses and seven chances created.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Logs four-save clean sheet Oblak recorded four saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Lazio.

Impact During the second half of Atletico Madrid's group-stage schedule, Oblak logged nine saves and two clean sheets across three appearances. He will look to continue his impressive form in the knockout stage and La Liga games before it as well. Oblak has not been performing poorly, but he can definitely do better than two clean sheets across his last nine La Liga appearances.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Llorente - Effective against Almeria Llorente assisted once to go with five crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Llorente earned his fourth start in a row and has been upstanding of late, recording an assist with 16 crosses (one accurate) in that span, which is about an average of four crosses per game. The midfielder is currently at two goals and two assists on the campaign, while starting 11 of the 15 contests played in La Liga.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - On scoresheet Griezmann assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Almeria.

Impact Griezmann recorded just his second assist on the season to help get the win Sunday. With nine goals in La Liga, he is tied for second most in the league while also averaging about 2.6 shots, two chances created and 4.2 crosses per game, making him one of the most efficient attackers in Spain.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Registers goal in win Morata scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Almeria.

Impact Morata recorded his first goal since Nov 7, breaking his four match scoreless streak. He's been a good asset to the team's attack, netting eight goals with two assists in the last eight games, all of them coming as starts.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Correa - Nets goal Correa scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Correa got his fourth goal of the season and his first since Oct 1 to take the win Sunday. He's fallen out of favorite to Alvaro Morata to start, getting just three starts in the last 10 appearances during his ninth season with Atletico Madrid.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Lets in one in win Oblak had five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Almeria.

Impact Oblak has been on decent form of late, allowing just four goals in the last six matches, not allowing more than one per game. He also has five clean sheets, which is tied for third most in the league while averaging about 3.1 saves per match. The keeper will welcome a visit from Lazio for the final UCL group clash on Wednesday, who have scored six goals in the last five contests.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Llorente - Creates three chances in loss Llorente created three chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (two won) during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Llorente had his third consecutive start in all competitions and brought his usual combination of speed, hustle and creativity from the right flank, being involved in some of his team's most dangerous plays. Despite being on the losing side, the midfielder was one of his team's top performers and can be proud of what he did on the pitch. Up next for him is Sunday's clash against Almeria.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Quiet display versus Barcelona Morata had one shot on goal and created one chance during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Morata had one of his worst performance of the season so far, attempting just one finish and breaking a sequence of seven straight matches in all competitions taking at least three shots. That led the striker to be subbed off halfway through the final frame so he'll now try to bounce back during next Sunday's clash against Almeria.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Takes three shots versus Barcelona Griezmann had three off-target shots, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Griezmann wasn't on his best day but still was one of the most active players from his team on the attacking end. Accuracy wasn't there for the forward, though, but his numbers for the season remain spectacular as he has 13 goals over 19 appearances in all competitions so far, being on pace to post one of his best campaigns of recent years. Up next for Griezmann is Sunday's clash against Almeria.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Beaten once against Barcelona Oblak made one save and conceded one goal during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Oblak did his best to stop Joao Felix when the striker appeared unmarked in front of him but the finish was simply perfect, going over the goalkeeper before finding the back of the net for what ended up being the lone goal of the match. The goalkeeper is seeing his numbers getting worse over the last few years and right now he looks on pace to have one of his worst campaigns since joining Atletico. He'll try to bounce back during next Sunday's clash against Almeria.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Molina - Plays first half vs Barca Molina (undisclosed) started at right-back and played 45 minutes in Sunday's loss to Barcelona. He finished with one shot on target, one cross and two fouls drawn.

Impact The Argentinian defender was doubtful to face Los Blaugranas after picking up a knock against Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League, but he was fit enough to start and play against Barca. This means he should continue to be available for selection, and he is likely to remain on the right side of the defense when Atletico takes on Almeria on Sunday.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Félix gives Atletico Madrid fans another reason not to like him by scoring winner for Barcelona

João Félix has given Atletico Madrid fans even more reason not to like him

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alvaro Morata to Barcelona? Xavi confirms he spoke to Atletico Madrid striker about possible Camp Nou switch | Goal.com US Xavi revealed his admiration for Alvaro Morata and stated that he spoke to the striker over a possible transfer to Barcelona.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • GOAL.COM

Pablo Barrios Rivas - Undergoes successful surgery Barrios (knee) underwent surgery Friday and will begin a two-month rehab, Atleti announced.

Impact Barrios will spend around two months healing, which comes at a decent time as the winter break will cover almost half of that time. It's never good to require knee surgery of course, but Barrios should be back fully fit for the second half of the season.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Griezmann and Atletico vie for Spanish title as they visit Barcelona and former teammate João Félix

Antoine Griezmann knows what João Félix is going through at Barcelona

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Former Brazil and Atletico Madrid defender Filipe Luis says he'll retire at season's end

Former Brazil, Atletico Madrid and Chelsea defender Filipe Luis says he will retire at the end of the season, meaning he will likely play his last game for Flamengo on Sunday at th...

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS