Atlético Madrid Team News Page 55 - Soccer

Alvaro Morata - Nets in goal Morata scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-1 tie against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Morata got his second straight start and again continues to prove why he should be a consistent starter with another goal. He has started in 11 matches and has scored in five of them. The 29-year-old is sharing playing time with Matheus Cunha, but none the less has totaled a goal and an assist with seven shots (three on target) in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivo Grbic - Could not stop penalty Grbic made three saves and allowed a goal in Tuesday's 1-1 tie against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Grbic was on his way for his first clean sheet of the season, until a careless foul from Jose Gimenez led to a penalty kick that was made by Radamel Falcao. The Croatian was called on late last game after Jan Oblak suffered a concussion. He has 10 saves, four clearances and allowed four goals in five appearances thus far. Looks like Oblak will be healthy to return on Sunday, which means Grbic will likely return to the bench.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Lemar - Comes up limping Lemar was brought off limping after 40 minutes of Tuesday's clash with Rayo Vallecano due to muscular discomfort.

Impact Lemar came up after a sprint holding his leg and trying to play through the issue. It appeared to be more serious than a cramp as he was unable to continue and had to be replaced by Yannick Carrasco. Lemar missed a run of three matches earlier in the campaign with a similar muscular problem, so a non-contact injury could prove to be a serious concern for Lemar. He will be a heavy doubt for Sunday's trip to Betis, with Saul or Yannick Carrasco options to start pending Lemar's status.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Koke - Won't play Tuesday Koke (thigh) will miss Tuesday's match against Rayo Vallecano after not making the squad list.

Impact Koke likely needs until Sunday's match at Betis to return at the earliest. Thomas Lemar might be called upon to place Koke as a starter, though Saul and Rodrigo De Paul are also capable of filling in alongside the likely presence of Geoffrey Kondogbia.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Out Tuesday Oblak (head) didn't make the squad list for Tuesday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Oblak evidently suffered a concussion that ruined his memory of Saturday's win over Athletic Club and will need to get some rest before returning. So long as there aren't any lingering issues, Oblak won't be out for too many games, though a busy phase of the schedule means that backup Ivo Grbic will have plenty of work to do.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Koke - Thigh injury confirmed Koke has undergone medical tests that have confirmed he suffered a thigh injury in Saturday's win against Bilbao, Atletico Madrid announced Monday.

Impact Koke seems to be a doubt for Tuesday's clash against Rayo Vallecano just because there has been so little time for him to recover since Saturday. Axel Witsel, Saul Niguez, Thomas Lemar and Rodrigo De Paul are all options to replace him in midfield if necessary.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Koke - Leaves early with muscular issue Koke asked to be replaced during Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club due to muscular discomfort, according to Jesus Colino of AS.

Impact Koke still awaits further tests ahead of Tuesday's match against Rayo Vallecano. He's started in all but one of his 13 appearances so far and as club captain, his role on the pitch is relatively secure even if his production isn't tremendous. In his absence, Axel Witsel could return to the lineup if Saul Niguez or Rodrigo De Paul aren't moved into central-midfield.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann apologises for joining Barcelona Antoine Griezmann has apologised and asked to be forgiven for joining Barcelona.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Nahuel Molina - Racks up four crosses in win Molina created one chance from four crosses (two accurate) and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Molina continued what has been a good month of October with a second consecutive clean sheet to go with 33 crosses logged in five starts. While Reinildo puts in impressive defensive work on the other flank, look to Molina for better offensive value out of the current lineup.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivo Grbic - Makes two saves in relief Grbic made two saves in 21 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Grbic had to replace the injured Jan Oblak to finish out a difficult road contest and did well in relief. Should Oblak need to miss any matches with his shoulder issue, Grbic has conceded three goals in four appearances this season and should be a reliable option as long as the defense continues their solid recent form (three clean sheets in last five matches).

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reinildo Mandava - Exceptional in win Reinildo logged nine tackles (seven won), made four interceptions and stopped three shots during Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Reinildo is probably the biggest reason why Atleti came away with a road win, as he was able to stop both Inaki Williams and Nico Williams and whomever else tried to press him down the flank. He's now kept three clean sheets in his last five starts between the league and UCL, racking up 20 tackles and 12 interceptions in that time. So long as the attack steps up their efforts, Reinildo has found his form and can offer good defensive value.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Scores in win Griezmann scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Griezmann has now started four straight times and twice since his permanent signing for Atleti, looking exceptionally confident with one goal and one assist in his last three games. It could prove fruitful to track Griezmann and Alvaro Morata over the coming weeks, as both have looked efficient when starting together.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Morata - Logs assist in win Morata logged one assist from one chance created in 69 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Morata set up Antoine Griezmann's winning goal to secure a solid road result. Though he's started just three times in the last five games, Morata has scored once and now assisted once when playing from kickoff in that time. Though there's still further improvement to make, Morata is definitely one to watch as his partnership with Griezmann develops and with Joao Felix out of favor with the manager.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Griezmann lifts Atlético to 3rd after win at Bilbao

Antoine Griezmann has scored to help Atlético Madrid win at Athletic Bilbao 1-0 and move ahead of the Basque club into third place in the Spanish league

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jan Oblak - Leaves early with hard fall Oblak left Saturday's matchup against Athletic Club with an apparent upper body injury. Prior to departing, he had maintained a clean sheet across 69 minutes.

Impact Oblak sustained a mid-air collision and landed heavily on his shoulder and head. The medical team came onto the pitch to assess the situation and determined he could not continue. After the game per Atletico Universe, Oblak posted via Instagram, "I don't remember much of the game but happy with the end result." He was replaced during the 70th by backup Ivo Grbic, who figures to hold down the fort at the keeper spot if Oblak misses any time.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Axel Witsel - On bench versus Athletic Witsel was moved to the bench for Saturday's clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Witsel had previously started all eight of his La Liga appearances since coming over to Atletico from Dortmund. Accordingly, the move to the bench for this one is likely rest-related, and he could be called upon if his squad need to defend a result later in the match.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Molina - Sends in nine crosses in UCL Molina created one chance, sent in nine crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Molina sent in the second-most crosses for his side during the game, but it wasn't enough to help them earn the win at home. The right-back has been a reliable source of crosses in the season. He has yet to assist, though, after nine starts.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Lemar - Sends in three crosses in draw Lemar took one off-target shot, created one chance, sent in three inaccurate crosses and made one tackle (won) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Lemar had a quiet outing before subbing off in the 60th minute, but could not do much during their disappointing home draw. The midfielder started for the fourth time in seven appearances in the season. He has yet to play the full 90 minutes so far, though.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antoine Griezmann - Takes eight shots versus Brugge Griezmann took eight shots (five on target), sent in four inaccurate crosses and made one tackle (zero won) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Griezmann led his side in shots during the match, but couldn't find the back of the net to help them earn three points at home. The eight shots were a season-high for him. The forward has three goals and one assist in 12 appearances (four starts), but scored for the last time in early September.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Geoffrey Kondogbia - Starts and makes five tackles Kondogbia took three off-target shots, sent in one inaccurate cross, made five tackles (three won) and three interceptions and picked up a yellow card in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Cl...

Impact Kondogbia had a good all-around performance, leading his side in tackles and taking the second-most shots, but it wasn't enough to earn the home win. The midfielder also received his first yellow card of the season in the proccess. He started for the third time in eight appearances, and the first in UCL play.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Savic - Makes three tackles in UCL Savic registered one chance created, three tackles (one won), two clearances and a yellow card in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Savic had a good defensive outing, even though it was a quiet match for Atletico's defense. The centerback led his side in clearances and made the second-most tackles to help them keep the clean sheet at home. He also received his third yellow card of the season, though.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Oblak - Keeps clean sheet in draw Oblak made one save in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Oblak wasn't really tested during the 90 minutes, as they dominated the game, but couldn't score to earn the home win. The goalkeeper now has four clean sheets in 10 starts in the season, between La Liga and UCL. He will now visit Athletic on Saturday.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Felix - Left on bench in draw Felix was left on the bench during Wednesday's scoreless draw with Club Brugge.

Impact Felix was left frustrated by the outcome Wednesday after spending much of the second half warming up only to be left out when his team needed to score. As he's now failed to start in four straight games, Felix can certainly be worried about his situation with even Matheus Cunha finding chances to play over him.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 12, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Griezmann completes permanent Atletico Madrid move Atletico Madrid have confirmed the permanent signing of Antoine Griezmann from Barcelona. Griezmann has penned a contract with the capital c...

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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