Atlético Madrid Team News Page 33 - Soccer

Nahuel Molina - Misses first match of season Molina (undisclosed) was not an option for Monday's 3-1 win over Atletico Madrid and is in doubt for Sunday's trip to Real Betis, according to Alejandro Fernandez of Cantera Betis....

Impact Molina did not play Monday due to a undisclosed injury and will be a game time decision for Sunday. Atletico was forced to play in a 3-5-2, with Mario Hermoso, Stefan Savic and Cesar Azpilicueta lined up on the back and it could be the same deal of the defender Is not fit to return.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

¡El derechazo supersónico de Memphis! 🦁 🔴 ⚪ #shorts #laligaeasports #memphis #atleti

AUGUST 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Koke - Sustains hamstring injury Koke will be sidelined indefinitely after suffering a right hamstring injury versus Granada on Monday.

Impact Koke was forced off just seven minutes into the 2023-24 season with his hamstring problem. The team's release mentioned a rehabilitation program, so it seems surgery isn't required, which should shorten the midfielder's absence. Both Pablo Barrios, who replaced Koke against Granada, and Axel Witsel figure to be in contention for a spot in the starting XI against Betis on Sunday.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Quiet in win Griezmann generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 3-1 win over Granada.

Impact Griezmann took a back seat to Atletico's other attackers against Granada, taking one shot and creating one cross. However he still figures to be the focal point of Atletico's this year attack after 15 goals and 16 assists in 38 appearances last season.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yannick Carrasco - Mixed display in season opener Carrasco assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 3-1 win against Granada.

Impact Carrasco was all over the place on Monday, conceding possession in a dangerous area which led to a Granada goal while also playing in five crosses and one corner. He also rolled the ball to Memphis Depay who promptly fired home from 35 yards in the 67th minute to give Carrasco his first assist of the new season.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Llorente - Adds third in stoppage time Llorente scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 victory versus Granada.

Impact Llorente was the beneficiary of a mazy Angel Correa run into the box and a mix-up in the Granada defense to nab Atletico's third goal of the night. The all-action midfielder played the full match after an injury-hit campaign last season and will look to build consistency as part of Diego Simeone's first choice XI.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Scores first goal of season Morata scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Monday's 3-1 victory over Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Morata opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time and could have had more if not for some sloppy finishing and the offsides flag. He is part of a crowded striking cohort with Memphis Depay, Angel Correa and Joao Felix backing up himself and Antoine Griezmann but is still likely to play a large role this year after making 41 appearances in 2022.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis Depay - Scores as substitute Depay scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Monday's 3-1 win over Granada.

Impact Depay scored a rocket from 30+ yards that proved to be the winning goal after entering the match in the second half. He is missed 11 of Atletico's final 12 games last season but was effective when healthy. Memphis scored four goals in eight appearances in 2022 and will look to gain a larger role this year as he steadily accumulates minutes.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Three saves in win Oblak registered three saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 3-1 win over Granada.

Impact Oblak will feel hard done by Yannick Carrasco's turnover which resulted in Atletico's failure to keep a clean sheet in their first game. He will look for his first shoutout against Betis on Sunday after recording 11 clean sheets in 28 La Liga appearances last season.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Axel Witsel - Eligible for selection Witsel is eligible for selection after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Witsel was sent off during the final match of the 2022-23 season but is now eligible to return once more. The midfielder could see an immediate starting role due to the injury Koke (thigh) sustained during the opening match.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Makes team debut Azpilicueta had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 win against Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th mi...

Impact Azpilicueta made his debut with Atletico, playing in all 90 minutes from center back in Monday's win. If he can stay healthy, the defender could be permanent member of the starting 11, especially with Reinildo (knee) still out.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morata and Depay lead Atletico to 3-1 win over Granada in Spanish league; Félix jeered on the bench

João Félix stayed on the bench and was jeered by fans as Atletico Madrid began its Spanish league campaign with a 3-1 win over Granada

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

It's all about CONSISTENCY 📈 - Steve Nicol on Memphis Depay and Atlético Madrid win | ESPN FC

AUGUST 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

¡Cabezazo del PISTOLERO! 🔫 ⚽ #shorts #laligaeasports #luissuarez #atleticomadrid

AUGUST 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Koke - Forced off early Koke (undisclosed) was forced off six minutes into Monday's clash with Granada.

Impact Koke was forced off after just six minutes with an injury. The midfielder made it through nearly all of 2022-23 without injuries but came off right at the beginning of 2023-24. Pablo Barrios came on to replace Koke and could take over for the foreseeable future depending on the severity of Koke's injury.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Perez Alonso - Out with ACL injury Vitolo is out for the foreseeable future with an ACL injury, Juan Ignacio Lechuga of El Desmarque reports.

Impact Vitolo suffered another ACL injury late in the 2022-23 season when he was loaned at Las Palmas, and he will be out for the rest of the calendar year. The veteran winger is not registered with Atletico Madrid and his future looks cloudy at best, but it wouldn't be shocking if he doesn't see any minutes at all throughout the season.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona and Madrid face uncertainty ahead of Spanish league season. Atletico could take advantage

The Spanish league begins this week with the title favorites facing a transition year and squad changes that might open the door for other challengers

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Memphis Depay - Plays first half Saturday Memphis (calf) started against Sevilla in Saturday's friendly before exiting at halftime.

Impact Memphis was sidelined for 11 of the club's last 12 contests last season due to his calf problem, logging just 11 minutes off the bench in his lone appearances during that stretch. If he can stay healthy, the forward should be in the mix for regular appearances in the starting XI this season, though he is far from a lock on a weekly basis.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yannick Carrasco - Back in action Carrasco (nose) started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 preseason draw to Real Sociedad.

Impact Carrasco has been appearing in preseason matches following nose surgery in June. With that, he is expected to be healthy to start for Aug 14 clash with Granada.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Savic - Started Wednesday Savic (abdomen) started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 preseason draw to Real Sociedad.

Impact Savic was dealing with a stomach issue that kept him out of the friendly against Manchester City, however he looks to of recovered as he played Wednesday. As long as there are no other setbacks, the defender is set to start on Aug 14 versus Granada at center back alongside Mario Hermoso and Axel Witsel.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Back on pitch Oblak (neck) started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 preseason draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Oblak had already made a few appearances in preseason matches for the team as he is set to be ready for the start of the season. The keeper is expected to start on Aug 14 against Granada after totaling 11 clean sheets in 28 league appearance last season.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid vs. Real Sociedad club friendly free live stream (8/2/23): How to watch, time, channel, betting odds For the second time since May and the fifth time in a span of 19 months, Atletico Madrid will square off with Real Sociedad, this time in a...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • PENNLIVE.COM

Stefan Savic - Dealing with stomach issue Savic didn't play in Sunday's friendly against Manchester City due to gastrointestinal problems, the club announced.

Impact Atletico didn't want to take any risks with the Montenegro international in a friendly match and was held out as a precaution. In any case, this is not expected to be a significant issue. Savic should return to full training in the next few days, meaning he is expected to be fit and available for the Liga opener against Granada on Aug. 14.

JULY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atlético Madrid vs. Manchester City FREE LIVE STREAM (7/30/23): Watch Club Friendly 2023 online | Time, TV, channel Atletico Madrid faces Manchester City in a Club Friendly match on Sunday, July 30, 2023 (7/30/23) at Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea.

JULY 30, 2023 • NJ.COM

Suarez to leave Atletico at end of season Luis Suarez will leave Atletico Madrid at the end of the season. The striker joined Atletico from Barcelona in 2020 and won La Liga with the...

JULY 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Morata and Depay lead Atletico to 3-1 win over Granada in Spanish league; Félix jeered on the bench

Barcelona and Madrid face uncertainty ahead of Spanish league season. Atletico could take advantage