Bilbao holds Atlético to 0-0; Falcao nets in Rayo debut
Athletic Bilbao has held 10-man Atlético Madrid to another scoreless draw as Diego Simeone struggles to get his talented attack to clickSEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
MARCOS LLORENTE #14 - MIDFIELDER - ATLÉTICO MADRID
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0.4 SPG
2 G
1 A
0.4 SPG
Limited impact against Porto Llorente sent one cross and made one tackle in Wednesday's draw against Porto.
Impact Llorente had an impressive season in 2020-21, but he hasn't been able to deliver the same numbers through the first few weeks of the current campaign. He's yet to score or assist in five games across all competitions, and if he can't crack the scoresheet, then his fantasy upside gets reduced considerably.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Star trio ready for PSG; Real Madrid goes to Inter
Paris Saint-Germain’s attacking armada of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe could start together for the first time against Club Brugge in the Champions LeagueSEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain back on form, routs Georgia 4-0 in World Cup qualifier
Luis Enrique shook up his team and got the result he wanted as Spain beat Georgia 4-0 in World Cup qualifiersSEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Luis Enrique names Spain squad with 7 changes from Euro 2020
Spain coach Luis Enrique has announced his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers with seven changes from the team that reached the semifinals of the European ChampionshipAUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs three crosses in win Llorente provided three inaccurate crosses and won one-of-two tackles during Sunday's 1-0 win over Elche.
Impact Llorente has started as the right-wing-back in each of the first two games as Kieran Trippier works his way back into fitness. With the lineup more crowded after the arrival of Rodrigo De Paul, it will be interesting to see where Llorente fits into the team this season.
AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Messi gone but not forgotten as Barcelona wins league opener
The post-Lionel Messi era has begun for Barcelona with fans chanting his name in the stands and players overcoming his absence on the fieldAUGUST 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain has hopes of a bright future after Euro 2020 campaign
The gritty performance by Spain’s youngsters at the European Championship has brought hope of a bright future for the national team after it arrived surrounded by doubts and under...JULY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain set to bring in Busquets to avoid Euro 2020 debacle
Spain may summon its most experienced player for its most important match at the European ChampionshipJUNE 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain players criticized after ignoring fans at Euro 2020
Spain’s national soccer team has faced criticism for its performances at the European Championship and now the players have to defend themselves from accusations that they snubbed...JUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Plays fullback in draw Llorente created one chance and kept a clean sheet as a right-back during Monday's scoreless draw with Sweden in Group E.
Impact Llorente was given the start in defense in a tactical wrinkle meant to fit in another dynamic midfielder instead of trying to start Cesar Azpilicueta or Adam Traore in that spot. Though Llorente performed well, the end result of the match suggest that this was a decision not necessary to earning the victory. As a result, it's important to consider who starts at right-back over games against Poland and Slovakia, with Traore being the most attacking of the three.
JUNE 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain misfires, held to 0-0 draw by Sweden at Euro 2020
The chances came and went but neither Spain nor Sweden managed to put any of them in the net in a 0-0 draw at the European ChampionshipJUNE 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Spain and Sweden play to 0-0 draw at Euro 2020
The chances came and went but neither Spain nor Sweden managed to put any of them in the net in a 0-0 draw at the European ChampionshipJUNE 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
12 goals, 11 assists in league win Llorente scored 12 goals and provided 11 assists in 37 appearances during Atletico Madrid's league-winning 2020/21 season.
Impact Llorente was the talk of the team for much of the year as he made quick work of limited chances to score or assist in all but a few games. Maintaining this attacking role for Atleti shouldn't be too hard next season, but doing the same while with Spain for the Euros could be a little more difficult depending on how the team is set up. With La Roja's traditional focus on keeping possession, Llorente is still worth monitoring if he earns a place in the lineup for his country.
MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Atlético looking good; doubts surround Barcelona and Madrid
Atlético Madrid won the Spanish league title for the first time in seven years and left rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona with plenty of questions to answerMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injured Ramos not included in Spain's list for Euro 2020
Sergio Ramos has been left off Spain’s squad for the European Championship following a season plagued by injuriesMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
In empty stadium, Atlético celebrates Spanish league title
Atlético Madrid has been handed the Spanish league trophy at an empty Wanda Metropolitano StadiumMAY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
After league title, Simeone hopes to keep Atlético growing
Nothing really came to Diego Simeone’s mind after his Atlético Madrid side finally clinched the Spanish league titleMAY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
In Suárez, Simeone found missing piece to forge a champion
When Barcelona sold striker Luis Suárez on the cheap to Atlético Madrid in September it gave Diego Simeone the missing piece he needed to forge a championMAY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Creates four chances in win Llorente created four chances and put two shots off target in 80 minutes of Sunday's 2-1 win over Osasuna.
Impact Llorente didn't complete the full 90 for the first time in 11 matches but was still able to be influential in the attack. Though Yannick Carrasco may be in better form, Llorente isn't far behind with three goals and three assists in his last seven starts. Up next is a trip to Valladolid, which have conceded the fourth-most chances in La Liga to midfielders.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist in win Llorente took two shots (one on target) and created three chances in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad. He also made four interceptions, four clearances and won one of...
Impact Llorente played well on both sides of the ball on Wednesday and set up Yannick Carrasco's opening goal in a crucial victory against Sociedad that keeps his side in control of La Liga. The final two games against Osasuna and Valladolid should be easier, but he will still have to be in top form for Atletico to win its first league trophy in seven years.
MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Atlético beats Sociedad, moves closer to Spanish title
Atlético Madrid made sure it didn’t falter with the Spanish league title in sightMAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spanish league's top 4 teams meet in tight title chase
The top four teams in the Spanish league meet this weekend in a round that promises to prove critical to the most tightly contested title fight in yearsMAY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Atlético ekes out win at Elche, Madrid stays 2 points back
Atlético Madrid has ensured it stayed at the top of the Spanish league by winning 1-0 at ElcheMAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Atlético increases lead in Spain after Real Madrid draws
Atlético Madrid has finally got some breathing room at the top of the Spanish leagueAPRIL 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
