Thousands of Atletico Madrid fans defy COVID-19 pandemic by celebrating title win
3 years, 7 months ago

Thousands of Atletico Madrid fans defy COVID-19 pandemic by celebrating title win

The Hindu  

Thousands of Atletico Madrid fans defied the authorities by taking to the streets of the Spanish capital to celebrate on Saturday night after victory over Real Valladolid secured their team an 11th league title. As soon as the full-time whistle blew in Valladolid to confirm a 2-1 win, Atleti supporters flocked to the Neptune fountain in the centre of Madrid, in line with tradition but defying COVID-19 rules regarding the wearing of masks and social distancing. Fans waved flags and scarves while others set off flares as darkness fell, the celebrations going on into the night after Atletico's second La Liga title in seven years. "Please, I ask the Atletico fans not to go to Neptune," wrote the mayor of Madrid, Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, himself an Atletico supporter, on Twitter.

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La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona
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4 days, 2 hours ago

La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is currently the longest serving manager in La Liga but despite winning the league twice, he has yet to achieve a victory away at title rival Barcelona, a challenge the Argentine is looking forward to on Saturday. “What we’ve been talking about for a month and a half, the team is working well as a unit, …

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico Madrid thrashes Valladolid 5-0 to provisionally move to second
3 weeks, 2 days ago

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico Madrid thrashes Valladolid 5-0 to provisionally move to second

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid hammered bottom side Real Valladolid 5-0 in a LaLiga encounter at the Jose Zorrilla stadium on Saturday and provisionally moved into second place in the standings. Three important points and let’s keep going like this,” Atletico forward Antoine Griezmann told DAZN. Clement Lenglet opened the scoring for Atletico after 26 minutes with a close-range finish from Marcos Llorente’s …

Atletico Raises Awareness of Fans with Disabilities at Champions League Match
2 months ago

Atletico Raises Awareness of Fans with Disabilities at Champions League Match

Associated Press  

Atletico Madrid raised awareness about inclusion at its Champions League match against Lille on Wednesday by hosting activities for fans with disabilities. The club and its partners organized an exhibition of wheelchair soccer and provided audio description for those who needed it. The match attracted fans with disabilities by selling tickets at reduced prices and working with its fan groups …

Atletico to Host Record-Breaking Match with Disabled Fans in Champions League
2 months ago

Atletico to Host Record-Breaking Match with Disabled Fans in Champions League

Associated Press  

Atletico Madrid aims to break the record of 1,740 disabled fans at a Champions League match against Lille by hosting a special event on Wednesday. The match will raise awareness about the importance of promoting better access to sports for disabled fans in venues across Europe. The initiative is supported by various organizations, including AccessibAll, Integrated Dreams, and World Football …

Lazio and Atletico Madrid punished by Uefa after racist behaviour from fans
2 months, 1 week ago

Lazio and Atletico Madrid punished by Uefa after racist behaviour from fans

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lazio and Atletico Madrid have been sanctioned for …

Atletico manager Diego Simeone looks to passionate fans to spur them vs Girona
4 months ago

Atletico manager Diego Simeone looks to passionate fans to spur them vs Girona

India Today  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is banking on the passion of the club’s fans to propel his team to victory in their first home game of the LaLiga season against Girona. Simeone expressed his confidence in the powerful atmosphere created by the Atletico faithful, hoping it would give his side the edge against last season's surprise package. Simeone's call to …

Watch video: Barcelona fans celebrate league titles with players in parade
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch video: Barcelona fans celebrate league titles with players in parade

Firstpost  

Barcelona players rode in two open-top buses, heading from Camp Nou to the city’s Arc de Triomf monument five miles away, celebrating their league titles Barcelona players from the men’s and women’s teams lapped up affection from thousands of supporters in the city’s streets on Monday afternoon to celebrate their dual league titles. pic.twitter.com/IEloRMQ7XV — FC Barcelona May 15, 2023 …

La Liga: Early end to Barcelona’s title celebrations after Espanyol fans invade pitch
1 year, 7 months ago

La Liga: Early end to Barcelona’s title celebrations after Espanyol fans invade pitch

The Hindu  

Barcelona players celebrating the team’s Spanish league title success on Sunday had to leave in a hurry after Espanyol fans invaded the pitch and started running toward them. A large group of Espanyol supporters from the ultra section behind one of the goals jumped onto the field and headed for the players who were singing and celebrating in the centre. …

Atletico closes in on Champions League spot with 1-0 Real win
2 years, 7 months ago

Atletico closes in on Champions League spot with 1-0 Real win

The Hindu  

A first-half penalty by Yannick Carrasco earned Atletico Madrid a 1-0 victory in a fiery derby clash against champions Real Madrid on Sunday, as the hosts tightened its grip on a place in next season's Champions League. The midfielder calmly lashed the ball past goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, as the 23-year-old Ukrainian made his LaLiga debut for Real Madrid almost four …

Champions League: Madrid officials are 'on alert' with Chelsea and Man City fans arriving
2 years, 8 months ago

Champions League: Madrid officials are 'on alert' with Chelsea and Man City fans arriving

Daily Mail  

Madrid police will be 'on alert' this week as they brace for the 'double danger' of two English fanbases arriving in Chelsea and Manchester City. In the quarter-final ties, Chelsea face Madrid on Tuesday at the Santiago Bernabeu, while Manchester City travel across the city the following day to play Atletico at the Wanda Metropolitano. Madrid chiefs are on high …

Man City vs Atletico Madrid: Phil Foden magic exposes Diego Simeone’s reductive football in Champions League
2 years, 8 months ago

Man City vs Atletico Madrid: Phil Foden magic exposes Diego Simeone’s reductive football in Champions League

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It is all the more dangerous given that City’s decisive goal actually …

Atletico Madrid need to play better than in Manchester United win to beat City, says Diego Simeone
2 years, 8 months ago

Atletico Madrid need to play better than in Manchester United win to beat City, says Diego Simeone

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Diego Simeone feels Atletico Madrid will have to …

Atletico Madrid captain Koke wants return of 100 percent crowd in stadiums
2 years, 10 months ago

Atletico Madrid captain Koke wants return of 100 percent crowd in stadiums

The Hindu  

Reigning Spanish champion Atlético Madrid captain Koke is desperate to see the crowds returning to the venues in full strength after playing in empty or half-empty stadiums for more than a year owing to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. Spanish health chiefs on Wednesday announced that sports grounds will be able to return to 100 percent capacity for the first time …

LaLiga: Atletico coach Diego Simeone, Antoine Griezmann among five COVID-19 cases at club
2 years, 11 months ago

LaLiga: Atletico coach Diego Simeone, Antoine Griezmann among five COVID-19 cases at club

Firstpost  

Atletico said Simeone and 2018 World Cup-winner Griezmann were asymptomatic and isolating along with Koke, Hector Herrera and Joao Felix. Madrid: Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone and forward Antoine Griezmann have tested positive for COVID-19, as the reigning La Liga champions announced five new cases on Thursday. La Liga rivals Barcelona also confirmed three new cases, bringing the total to …

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid result: Reds see off 10-man visitors in dramatic Champions League encounter
3 years, 1 month ago

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid result: Reds see off 10-man visitors in dramatic Champions League encounter

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. By the 36-minute mark at Anfield, there had been two goals from …

Antoine Griezmann is focused on winning over Atletico Madrid fans
3 years, 3 months ago

Antoine Griezmann is focused on winning over Atletico Madrid fans

Daily Mail  

Antoine Griezmann is set for his second debut with Atletico Madrid when they travel to Espanyol this weekend, after rejoining the champions from cash-strapped Barcelona on the final day of the transfer window. Antoine Griezmann is set for his second debut with Atletico Madrid when they face Espanyol The forward re-signed on a loan deal from Barcelona where he joined …

Antoine Griezmann set for Atletico Madrid 'Homecoming'
3 years, 3 months ago

Antoine Griezmann set for Atletico Madrid 'Homecoming'

The Hindu  

Antoine Griezmann is set for his second debut with Atletico Madrid when it travels to Espanyol this weekend, after rejoining the La Liga champion from cash-strapped Barcelona on the final day of the transfer window. Atletico, along with city rivals Real Madrid, face a race against time to see if their South American contingents will arrive back and be ready …

La Liga: Glory and redemption at Atletico Madrid
3 years, 6 months ago

La Liga: Glory and redemption at Atletico Madrid

The Hindu  

In the end there was joy. And at Real Valladolid, Atletico manager Diego Simeone was frantically directing traffic on the technical area in the final minute of stoppage time to hold on to a 2-1 lead. READ| It was Atletico’s first La Liga crown in seven years, the moment made extra special by the hundreds of fans who had travelled …

La Liga talking points: Atletico ends title drought, Betis secures Europa spot
3 years, 7 months ago

La Liga talking points: Atletico ends title drought, Betis secures Europa spot

The Hindu  

Atleti does it the hard way The last time Atletico Madrid lifted the La Liga title in 2014, things went down to the final day - and it was no different seven years later. Angel Correa's equaliser did little to settle nerves as it served up a gilt-edged chance which Valladolid forward Shon Weissmann somehow contrived to miss, before Luis …

Suarez to stay at La Liga champion Atletico Madrid next season
3 years, 7 months ago

Suarez to stay at La Liga champion Atletico Madrid next season

The Hindu  

Luis Suarez said he would remain at Atletico Madrid next season after the Uruguay forward helped his team to its first league title in seven years. Atletico piped city rival Real Madrid to the title on Saturday after Suarez fired it to a 2-1 comeback win at Real Valladolid. RELATED | The 34-year-old, who joined Diego Simeone's side on a …

Diego Simeone Never Stopped Believing in Atletico Madrid's La Liga Title Pursuit
3 years, 7 months ago

Diego Simeone Never Stopped Believing in Atletico Madrid's La Liga Title Pursuit

News 18  

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone said he never stopped believing they would win the La Liga title, even in the midst of a stuttering run of results in April, after his side lifted the trophy on Sunday. “With four games to go I knew it wasn’t going to slip away from us, even though others were still struggling to believe.” …

LaLiga: Atletico Madrid fans defy authorities to celebrate title win in streets of Spanish capital
3 years, 7 months ago

LaLiga: Atletico Madrid fans defy authorities to celebrate title win in streets of Spanish capital

Firstpost  

As soon as the full-time whistle blew in Valladolid to confirm a 2-1 win, Atleti supporters flocked to the Neptune fountain in the centre of Madrid, in line with tradition but defying Covid-19 rules regarding the wearing of masks and social distancing. Madrid: Thousands of Atletico Madrid fans defied the authorities by taking to the streets of the Spanish capital …

LaLiga: Atletico Madrid's success shows strength in adversity, says manager Diego Simeone
3 years, 7 months ago

LaLiga: Atletico Madrid's success shows strength in adversity, says manager Diego Simeone

Firstpost  

Luis Suarez scored the winner, his 21st goal of the season proving to be the one that clinched the title for Atletico, eight months after he was forced to leave Barcelona. Valladolid: Diego Simeone said Atletico Madrid winning LaLiga was a triumph of overcoming adversity after his team were on Saturday crowned champions for the second time in seven years. …

Barcelona, Real Madrid Pay the Price for Transfer Gaffes as Suarez, Llorente Lead Atletico to Title
3 years, 7 months ago

Barcelona, Real Madrid Pay the Price for Transfer Gaffes as Suarez, Llorente Lead Atletico to Title

News 18  

Atletico Madrid’s La Liga title triumph had many protagonists but their two standout players were undoubtedly Luis Suarez and Marcos Llorente, who fell into their laps after being spurned by rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid. Suarez, who joined from Barca last summer for around 6 million euros, finished Atletico’s top scorer with 21 goals and was decisive right until the …

Atletico Madrid win LaLiga title after Luis Suarez seals another comeback victory
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid win LaLiga title after Luis Suarez seals another comeback victory

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Atletico came into the last round of the season top of the …

Atletico Madrid hold their nerve on dramatic final day to win LaLiga
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid hold their nerve on dramatic final day to win LaLiga

Daily Mail  

Luis Suarez admitted this week he was not prepared for the amount of suffering Atletico Madrid go through - but he made sure there were celebrations to make it all worthwhile as he sealed the LaLiga title in a win at Real Valladolid. Diego Simeone's side travelled to Valladolid with a two-point advantage over bitter rivals Real Madrid and knew …

Atletico Madrid ready for one final push to secure La Liga title, says Simeone
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid ready for one final push to secure La Liga title, says Simeone

The Hindu  

La Liga leader Atletico Madrid is ready for one final effort as it looks to secure a first La Liga title since 2014 on Saturday. Diego Simeone's men travel to relegation-threatened Valladolid knowing that if they better Real Madrid's result against Villarreal, they will be crowned champions. "It's a final against Valladolid, with two sides fighting for their own different, …

Atletico Madrid Ready for One Final Push to Secure La Liga Title: Diego Simeone
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid Ready for One Final Push to Secure La Liga Title: Diego Simeone

News 18  

La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid are ready for one final effort as they look to secure a first La Liga title since 2014 on Saturday. Diego Simeone’s side travel to relegation-threatened Valladolid knowing that if they better Real Madrid’s result against Villarreal, they will be crowned champions. “It’s a final against Valladolid, with two sides fighting for their own different, …

Atletico Madrid favourite to lift La Liga crown, feel former players
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid favourite to lift La Liga crown, feel former players

The Hindu  

As the tightest La Liga title race in recent times draws to a close with just one round of games remaining, all signs point to Atletico Madrid lifting its first league title in seven years. Former Real Madrid and Malaga player Fernando Sanz said, “Zidane’s done an incredible job. For me, the best candidate for the managerial job at Real …

La Liga: Madrid police deployed to prevent Atletico, Real title celebrations
3 years, 7 months ago

La Liga: Madrid police deployed to prevent Atletico, Real title celebrations

The Hindu  

Madrid's city hall is deploying 130 police officers to prevent either Atletico Madrid or Real Madrid supporters from celebrating en-masse in the Spanish capital's centre in the event their team wins the La Liga title on Saturday. Atletico, which holds a two-point lead over Real heading into its final game away to Real Valladolid, traditionally celebrates trophy wins at the …

La Liga: Late Luis Suarez strike sends Atletico Madrid to brink of title
3 years, 7 months ago

La Liga: Late Luis Suarez strike sends Atletico Madrid to brink of title

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid took a giant step towards the La Liga title in dramatic circumstances by fighting its way back to beat Osasuna 2-1 at home on Sunday thanks to a late strike from Luis Suarez. Atletico dominated the game and hit the woodwork twice in the first half before having two goals ruled out for offside but fell behind in …

Simeone urges Suarez to come out of slump and fire Atletico to title
3 years, 7 months ago

Simeone urges Suarez to come out of slump and fire Atletico to title

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has called on out-of-form striker Luis Suarez to use his experience in decisive moments to fire his side to the La Liga title. Atletico heads into its final home game of the season against Osasuna on Sunday with a two-point lead over nearest challenger Real Madrid and knows any slip-up could cost it its first …

PETE JENSON: This weekend may decide the LaLiga title race
3 years, 7 months ago

PETE JENSON: This weekend may decide the LaLiga title race

Daily Mail  

Luis Suarez goes back to the Camp Nou for the first time this weekend since Barcelona forced him out last year and he does so on the day the Spanish title race may well be decided. Luis Suarez returns to Barcelona this weekend for the first time after the club forced him out Suarez has spearheaded Atletico Madrid's title push …

Spain's health minister says return of fans for La Liga games this season 'not advisable'
3 years, 7 months ago

Spain's health minister says return of fans for La Liga games this season 'not advisable'

The Hindu  

Spain's health minister has said it would not be advisable for spectators to attend La Liga games for the remainder of the season due to the continued threat of the coronavirus, dealing another blow to the league's plans for fans to return. Organising body La Liga had been hoping to welcome fans back to top-flight and second division matches in …

Atletico Ride Luck to Win After Late Elche Penalty Miss
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Ride Luck to Win After Late Elche Penalty Miss

News 18  

ELCHE, Spain: Atletico Madrid stayed in charge of La Liga’s four-way title race by earning a nerve-shredding 1-0 victory at struggling Elche on Saturday, riding their luck to the extreme when the hosts missed a penalty in stoppage time. Elche midfielder Fidel Chaves’s spot kick beat goalkeeper Jan Oblak but came off the post, providing another twist in an action-packed …

Atletico Madrid ride luck to win after late Elche penalty miss
3 years, 7 months ago

Atletico Madrid ride luck to win after late Elche penalty miss

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid stayed in charge of La Liga's four-way title race by earning a nerve-shredding 1-0 victory at struggling Elche on Saturday, riding its luck to the extreme when the hosts missed a penalty in stoppage time. Elche midfielder Fidel Chaves's spot kick beat goalkeeper Jan Oblak but came off the post, providing another twist in an action-packed game in …

VIEW FROM SPAIN: Breakaway clubs Barcelona, Real and Atletico Madrid accused of hypocrisy
3 years, 8 months ago

VIEW FROM SPAIN: Breakaway clubs Barcelona, Real and Atletico Madrid accused of hypocrisy

Daily Mail  

Spain's biggest sports daily Marca took a stand against the European Super League with its Monday columnist Roberto Palomar calling it: ‘Clubs on high crapping on those down below’. Barcelona fans are split on the club's decision to form a European Super League with 11 others LaLiga champions Real Madrid have been criticised by the press in the Spanish capital …

La Liga president: Spanish clubs have absorbed Covid-19 impact better
3 years, 9 months ago

La Liga president: Spanish clubs have absorbed Covid-19 impact better

The Hindu  

The La Liga clubs have suffered a net loss of around one billion Euros in the previous seasons because of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, informed the president of the top Spanish league Javier Tebas. Speaking to the world media, Tebas, accompanied by the corporate general director of La Liga, Jose Guerra, said that unlike other prominent leagues in Europe, the …

Leaders Atletico slump to shock defeat at home to Levante
3 years, 10 months ago

Leaders Atletico slump to shock defeat at home to Levante

The Hindu  

La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid's recent wobble in form continued as it fell to its first defeat in 12 league games, losing 2-0 to Levante at home on Saturday. A first league defeat since December left Atletico with 55 points after 23 games and second-placed Real Madrid could reduce the gap to three points when it visits Real Valladolid later …

La Liga: Injuries, COVID-19 take toll in title race
3 years, 10 months ago

La Liga: Injuries, COVID-19 take toll in title race

The Hindu  

Injuries and the COVID-19 pandemic are starting to take their toll in the La Liga title race, with all three teams involved - leader Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid and Barcelona - missing a number of key players this weekend. A depleted Real could be without nine first team regulars as it looks to keep its slim hopes of retaining the …

Atletico Madrid suffers shock exit in second round of Copa del Rey
3 years, 11 months ago

Atletico Madrid suffers shock exit in second round of Copa del Rey

The Hindu  

La Liga leader Atletico Madrid was knocked out of the Copa del Rey after a shock 1-0 defeat away to third division side Cornella on Wednesday. Atletico boss Diego Simeone rested some players for the second-round tie, played on an artificial pitch, but still fielded a strong side containing record signing Joao Felix plus fellow first-team regulars Renan Lodi, Jose …

Can anyone in Spain stop relentless Atletico? - football news - sportstar
4 years ago

Can anyone in Spain stop relentless Atletico? - football news - sportstar

The Hindu  

So often underdog in the title race, Atletico Madrid is being touted as the overwhelming favourite for the Liga crown as it continues on a relentless winning streak while Barcelona and Real Madrid continue to struggle. Atletico had to dig deep against Real Valladolid on Saturday but eventually earned a 2-0 home win for a remarkable seventh consecutive league victory, …

Atletico Madrid Held Again by Lokomotiv Moscow in UEFA Champions League
4 years ago

Atletico Madrid Held Again by Lokomotiv Moscow in UEFA Champions League

News 18  

Atletico Madrid missed a chance to move closer to a spot in the knockout stage of the Champions League after a 0-0 draw at home against Lokomotiv Moscow on Wednesday. Atletico’s second consecutive draw against the Russian club left Diego Simeone’s team with five points from four matches in Group A. Atletico got off to a good start at the …

'It Won't be a Real Clasico': Fans 'Very Sad' About Not Being Able to Attend Barcelona vs Real Madrid
4 years, 2 months ago

'It Won't be a Real Clasico': Fans 'Very Sad' About Not Being Able to Attend Barcelona vs Real Madrid

News 18  

For some it has been decades since they last missed a Clasico at the Camp Nou but this weekend they have no choice but to stay away. One of the biggest matches in the global football calendar, Barcelona’s home clash with Real Madrid is usually played in front of over 90,000 fans but on Saturday will unfold in a kind …

La Liga: Luis Suarez helps Atletico Madrid end scoring drought; Sevilla loses
4 years, 2 months ago

La Liga: Luis Suarez helps Atletico Madrid end scoring drought; Sevilla loses

India TV News  

Luis Suárez scored an early goal to help Atlético Madrid win 2-0 at Celta Vigo and end the team’s scoring drought in the Spanish league on Saturday. Yannick Carrasco added a second goal in stoppage time when he headed in a rebound after fellow substitute João Félix hit the crossbar with a curling strike. Simeone may be without Diego Costa …

Atletico Madrid chief unhappy with fans criticising Simeone
4 years, 4 months ago

Atletico Madrid chief unhappy with fans criticising Simeone

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid fans who were critical of coach Diego Simeone's tactics should go out and buy their own club and pick their own starting 11, president Enrique Cerezo said on Friday after his club's Champions League quarterfinal exit to RB Leipzig. He is the one who picks the team and if you don't like it then go and buy your …

Oblak: Atletico unshaken by COVID-19 positives - Football news
4 years, 4 months ago

Oblak: Atletico unshaken by COVID-19 positives - Football news

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid has overcome the shock of two players testing positive for COVID-19 ahead of its trip to the Champions League 'Final Eight' and are fully focused on Thursday's quarterfinal with RB Leipzig, goalkeeper Jan Oblak said. It's something new for everyone, it's a difficult situation all around the world but we're professionals,” Oblak told a virtual news conference on …

Atletico resumes training after rest of squad tests negative for COVID-19 - Football News
4 years, 4 months ago

Atletico resumes training after rest of squad tests negative for COVID-19 - Football News

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid will return to training later on Monday for its final session ahead of its trip to the Champions League 'Final Eight' tournament in Lisbon after the rest of its squad tested negative for COVID-19, the club said in a statement. “The first team squad and coaching staff underwent COVID-19 tests on Sunday and they all came back negative, …

'They Are Acting Like Nothing is Wrong': Napoli President Concerned With Covid-19 Ahead of UCL Game vs Barcelona in Spain
4 years, 4 months ago

'They Are Acting Like Nothing is Wrong': Napoli President Concerned With Covid-19 Ahead of UCL Game vs Barcelona in Spain

News 18  

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis raised concerns Thursday about his club traveling to face Barcelona in the Champions League amid a recent spike in coronavirus cases in Spain. "I hear a lot of perplexity and fear coming from Spain and they're acting like nothing is wrong," De Laurentiis said. "If they've decided to play the Champions League in Portugal and …

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