ATLÉTICO MADRID NEWS

Nahuel Molina - Starting against Sociedad Molina is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Molina was forced off early during mid week action in the Champions League, but has recovered in time to start on Sunday. The wing-back has started five straight matches in all competitions with goal involvements in his last two starts.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Savic - Returns to squad Savic is fit and in the match day squad to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Savic returns from a muscle strain which has kept him out of three straight matches in all competitions. Savic was a locked in starter prior to the injury and is likely to return to the starting XI following the international break.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Maria Gimenez - Signs extension Gimenez signed an extension through 2028, Atleti announced.

Impact Gimenez extended his stay with Atleti through 2028. The defender is currently injured but has been in and out of a rotation back three, making 28 appearances (26 starts) in 2022/23, and four starts in the opening stages of 2023/24.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Maria Gimenez - Won't play before break Giminez (lower leg) will not be in the squad for Sunday's matchup with Real Sociedad, per Marca.

Impact Giminez will be out of action for the second consecutive match due to his leg injury. With Stefan Savic (strain) nearing a return, Giminez could struggle for regular minutes even once given the all-clear. In his five outings, including two starts, Giminez has registered one cross (inaccurate), 20 clearances and six blocks.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Savic - Rejoins first-team training Savic (strain) trained with the squad for the first time Friday and could be an option versus Real Sociedad on Sunday, per Marca.

Impact Savic could return to the squad for the first time since Sept. 24 versus Real Madrid, a stretch of three matches on the shelf. The central defender started six straight matches before getting hurt and should reclaim his spot in the starting XI once given the all-clear.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Saul Niguez - Busy defensively in UCL win Saul created one chance, made one tackle, five clearances, two interceptions and one block and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Saul couldn't have his usual input on the attacking end but more than made up for that with all the help provided on defense, with the opposition having some stretches of heavy pressure. Over his last four appearances in all competitions, the midfielder has displayed some untapped two-way upside, with three assists, six chances created, 10 tackles and 15 clearances.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Busy defensively in UCL win Azpilicueta made two tackles (both won), five clearances and one interception and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Azpilicueta had one of his best performances since joining Atletico, making several key disruptions against a very dangerous Feyenoord offense and pacing his side in clearances, racking up more than he did in all other matches combined this season. Fantasy-wise, with more performances like this the defender will make up for the lack of contributions on the offensive end he'll have for not playing at his natural right-back position.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Beaten twice versus Feyenoord Oblak made six saves and conceded two goals during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Oblak was very unfortunate on each goal scored by the opposition since he made great saves on both plays but couldn't prevent the rebounds from being sent into the net. Despite of being beaten twice, the goalkeeper still left the pitch as one of the heroes for Atleti, making other huge saves to guarantee his side all three points in play. The goalkeeper will hope to get more help from the defensive line in front of him during Sunday's league clash against Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Scores in win over Feyenoord Griezmann scored a goal off his lone shot, sent in three inaccurate crosses and drew one foul during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Griezmann wasn't as active as usual but still found his way to make an impact, scoring his side's second goal during first half's stoppage time in what was his only shot. With goals in three of the last four matches in all competitions, the forward will now shift his focus to La Liga as his side hosts Real Sociedad on Sunday.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Nets brace in win over Feyenoord Morata scored two goals off two shots and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Morata was back with the team after serving a one-match league ban and the extra rest ended up being very beneficial for the forward as he bagged his third brace of the season in all competitions, which included the game-winner in the opening minutes of the second frame.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Hermoso - Scores own goal versus Feyenoord Hermoso had one off-target shot, made four clearances and one block and scored an own goal during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Hermoso was very unfortunate in the 7th minute when the ball hit him and went into his own net for the goal that opened the scoring for the opposition. The center-back could put up some defensive numbers afterwards but it wasn't enough for him to be a net positive for fantasy purposes.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morata scores twice to lead Atletico to 3-2 win over Feyenoord in Champions League

Álvaro Morata has scored two goals and Antoine Griezmann added another to lead Atletico Madrid to a 3-2 comeback win over Feyenoord in the Champions League

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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OCTOBER 4, 2023 • NJ.COM

Nahuel Molina - Forced off Molina came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Feyenoord.

Impact Molina was forced off deep in the second half though he didn't appear to be in major pain. Riquelme came on to replace Molina, and could get the start during a Sunday clash with Sociedad, the final match before the international break.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Savic - Not called up Savic (strain) wasn't called up for Wednesday's clash with Feyenoord.

Impact Savic still isn't available despite returning to training earlier in the week. The defender is a major loss with Jose Maria Gimenez also ruled out for Wednesday's match. Savic's next chance to return is a Sunday clash with Sociedad.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Maria Gimenez - Not available Gimenez (lower leg) wasn't called up for Wednesday's clash with Feyenoord.

Impact Gimenez wasn't called up to the first team for Wednesday's match. The defender picked up a lower leg injury and was a doubt, and is now ruled out. Gimenez's next chance to return is a Sunday clash with Sociedad.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Maria Gimenez - Picks up knock Gimenez picked up a lower leg injury ahead of Wednesday's match against Feyenoord, according to the club.

Impact Gimenez's availability for Wednesday's match is in question after picking up a knock. The defender is currently suffering from edema in his lower leg, and his status moving forward is uncertain. He is still going through further evaluation but probably shouldn't be expected to play after just picking up the injury. Gimenez had just recovered from another injury and will hope to be back soon and avoid another long absence.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Back from suspension Morata has completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to return to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Morata has been one of the most productive strikers in the opening weeks of the La Liga season, and the forward should return immediately to the starting lineup. Angel Correa took his place during the 3-2 win over Cadiz on Sunday.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Fails to score or assist Griezmann had six shots (two on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-2 win against Cadiz.

Impact Griezmann missed two big chances and also hit the woodwork in the third minute. He completed three dribbles, created one chance and also made a tackle and a clearance. He had scored in the last two games against Real Madrid and Osasuna but was not able to convert any shots this match.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Sets up goal against Cadiz Azpilicueta assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win over Cadiz.

Impact Azpilicueta assisted Angel Correa for Atletico's opening goal in the 32nd minute. He created two big chances and also made one tackle and one interception. He has played six games this season and this was his first goal involvement of the season. He was replaced by Javi Galan in the 81st minute due to a suspected injury.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Saul Niguez - Assists against Cadiz Saul assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Cadiz.

Impact Saul assisted the winner by Angel Correa in the 66th minute. He created two big chances, completed one dribble and also made two tackles and one clearance. He has played seven games this season. He also leads the assist chart with four assists along with Alex Baena and Largie Ramazani.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Molina - Scores against Cadiz Molina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-2 win against Cadiz.

Impact Molina scored the equalizer in the 46th minute. He was poor defensively as he did not register any major involvements and was also beaten twice. He has now already scored twice in just five appearances.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Correa - Nets brace against Cadiz Correa scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Cadiz.

Impact Correa scored a sublime header in the 32nd minute assisted by Cesar Azpilicueta and also scored in the 66th minute assisted by Saul. He created a big chance, completed one dribble and also made two tackles. This was his first start of the season. He has made five appearances this season and has now scored thrice and assisted once.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Concedes two to Cadiz Oblak made two saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 3-2 win over Cadiz.

Impact Oblak made two saves and one clearance but was unable to prevent goals from Lucas Pires and Roger Marti. He has started seven games and kept clean sheets against Betis, Rayo Vallecano and Osasuna. He has made a total of 19 saves this season.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico earns 3rd straight win in Spanish league after it rallies from 2-goal deficit to beat Cadiz

Atletico Madrid has rallied from a two-goal deficit to win its third straight game and move into the Champions League spots in the Spanish league

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS