GEOFFREY KONDOGBIA NEWS

Did not play last two matches Kondogbia ends the season totaling 10 league starts in 20 appearances, recording two assists with 40 tackles (23 won) and 26 interceptions.

Impact Kondogbia has fallen in the depth chart since last season, making only 10 league starts. Even when featured, the midfielder is ineffective, which has caused him to become out of favor for Diego Simeone's side. The 2023/24 campaign could be his last season in Madrid has his contract is set to expire in June of 2024.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Kondogbia will be eligible to play in Wednesday's clash against Mallorca after missing last weekend's loss to Barcelona.

Impact Kondogbia served his one-game suspension for yellow card accumulation, but even when available, he hasn't featured in La Liga since January.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns ban Kondogbia was handed a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation and will be suspended for Sunday's trip to Barcelona.

Impact Kondogbia was handed a fifth yellow card and is now set for a one-match ban. The midfielder has seen next to no playing time of late, even off the bench, and isn't going to change the starting XI with his absence.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Sevilla Kondogbia (undisclosed) was an unused substitute substitute in Saturday's big win over Sevilla.

Impact Kondogbia returned to Atletico's squad on Saturday after missing the Madrid derby the previous weekend with an undisclosed issue. His last appearance in La Liga came back in January and he's started just one game in the competition in 2023.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out in Madrid derby Kondogbia missed Saturday's Madrid derby with an undisclosed issue.

Impact Kondogbia wasn't called up for the match, as he deals with an undisclosed issue. The midfielder hasn't seen major playing time with no appearances in his last four matches, but still was a constant option on the bench. Kondogbia's first chance to return is a Saturday clash with Sevilla.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Almeria Kondogbia assisted one goal from his only chance created, made four tackles (three won) and three interceptions and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Almeria.

Impact Kondogbia assisted Angel Correa's opener in the 18th minute, but it wasn't enough to earn the road win. The midfielder now has two assists in the season. He also received his sixth yellow card so far, fourth in La Liga play.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in club friendly Kondogbia (strain) started and played just over an hour in Wednesday's club friendly against SD Ponferradina.

Impact Kondogbia missed Atletico's final league game before the World Cup break with a muscular issue, but he was able to play on Wednesday and should be back at full fitness by the time La Liga resumes in late December.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Mallorca Kondogbia missed the squad list for Wednesday's match at Mallorca after skipping training with muscular issues, according to Pilar L. Arreaza of MARCA.

Impact Kondogbia is a late absence after starting in seven of the last eight games. While he's out, Rodrigo De Paul and Axel Witsel could help shore up the defensive phase of the midfield.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Kondogbia participated in Friday's training session ahead of Sunday's match against Espanyol, according to Javi Gomez of Cope.

Impact Kondogbia was left on the bench for Tuesday's loss to Porto as a precaution but it appears the issue wasn't substantial. He had started six straight matches before missing that contest and will look to take back a place in midfield, though a fully healthy roster will make for more changes by the weekend.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Porto Kondogbia (strain) has been called up by Atletico for Tuesday's Champions League clash against FC Porto.

Impact Kondogbia was limited in Monday's training session as a precaution, but he should be available at least off the bench in Tuesday's UCL game.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Kondogbia was a limited participant in Monday's training session as a precaution after departing in the 70th minute of Saturday's 3-2 loss to Cadiz, according to AS.

Impact Kondogbia has started in six straight games and Saturday was the first in which he didn't complete the full 90. Should he not play from kickoff in Tuesday's game against Porto, Axel Witsel is a candidate to start as the defensive-midfielder with Saul and Rodrigo De Paul available as well.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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

Griezmann comes in to net Atlético's winner against Valencia

Antoine Griezmann scored after an assist from Thomas Lemar two minutes after they came off the bench together as Atlético Madrid salvaged a 1-0 win at Valencia in the Spanish leagu...

AUGUST 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins four tackles in win Kondogbia made two interceptions and won four of five tackles in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad.

Impact Kondogbia had a much-improved sophomore campaign with Atletico, tallying a goal, two assists and four clean sheets in 28 La Liga appearances (21 starts), as well as two clean sheets in seven Champions League starts. The 29-year-old had to fill in at center back in December, but was mostly paired with Koke as the first-choice defensive midfielders, a role that he should maintain next season.

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Espanyol Kondogbia was shown a red card in the 71st minute of Sunday's victory against Espanyol following a hand ball for his second booking of the game. He took a shot, created a chance, m...

Impact Kondogbia was perhaps unlucky to be called for a handball as he didn't have much time to react, but he will nonetheless be suspended for Wednesday's clash against Granada. Hector Herrera (thigh) could replace him in midfield if he's fit enough, or maybe Daniel Wass could make his return after two months out with a knee injury.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema rallies Madrid past Sevilla, closer to league title

Karim Benzema has scored in second-half stoppage time as Real Madrid rallied to a 3-2 win over Sevilla and moved closer to winning the Spanish league title for the second time in t...

APRIL 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes three interceptions in loss Kondogbia won made three interceptions and won one of one tackles in Tuesday's 1-0 Champions League defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Kondogbia was solid defensively at the base of his side's midfield in Tuesday's Champions League quarterfinal, but City were able to sneak one goal through via Kevin De Bruyne. The reverse fixture will be in Madrid next week but first up is Saturday's La Liga clash against Mallorca, which are 18th in the table and have lost seven games in a row.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Man United Kondogbia (thigh) is in the traveling squad for Tuesday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Kondogbia has missed the last two matches with a thigh issue, but it looks like he's available for Tuesday's second leg. There's a chance he makes an immediate return to the starting XI, though it's still unclear how well he's feeling after suffering the muscle issue Feb. 26.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League matchups as Man United hosts Atlético

The final set of Champions League round-of-16 second legs are being played this week

MARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains unavailable Kondogbia (thigh) will miss out versus Cadiz on Friday.

Impact Kondogbia will be on the shelf for his second consecutive contest having featured in four of the club's previous five outings. In those five outings, the midfielder generated two assists, three shots (zero on target) and 17 tackles (10 won). While Kondogbia should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI once cleared to return, he is unlikely to offer more than mid-range fantasy value.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury confirmed Kondogbia suffered a thigh injury in Saturday's victory over Celta Vigo, Atletico confirmed on Tuesday.

Impact Kondogbia had an excellent game at the weekend, providing assists for both of Renan Lodi's goals, but his day ended early after coming off with a thigh injury. He is still being evaluated to find the severity of the injury, but he is questionable for Sunday's clash against Betis. With Koke (thigh) and Daniel Wass (knee) also injured, Hector Herrera might get the start in midfield if Kondogbia can't play.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides both assists in win Kondogbia provided two assists from two chances created and made four interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 win over Celta Vigo. He also left with a knock after 68 minutes of the con...

Impact Kondogbia set up both of Renan Lodi's goals as the Frenchmen continues to be an in-form player for Atleti. While most of his value is still defensively focused, Kondogbia could become an all-around asset if he continues to play as he has in the last week. He'll get a good model for that possibility in the next match if fit against William Carvalho and Betis.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in draw Kondogbia won four-of-four tackles and made three interceptions during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Manchester United.

Impact Kondogbia was one of the better players on the pitch and regularly helped Atleti keep up the pressure through much of the contest. He's now recorded 14 tackles (eight won) in his last four appearances but hasn't helped his team to a clean sheet in that time. As a result, there's an easy target for Kondogbia during the next match against Celta Vigo.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Man City wary of Norwich; Madrid at Villarreal

English Premier League leader Manchester City goes to relegation-threatened Norwich, which it beat 5-0 in August

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Young Williams leads Athletic to another Super Cup final

Athletic Bilbao has scored two late goals to earn a 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Atlético Madrid in Saudi Arabia to reach its second straight Spanish Super Cup final

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS