The Copa del Rey, the Spanish cup competition, kicks off on Wednesday with six La Liga teams, including Atletico Madrid, taking the field against lower league clubs. Atletico, looking to avenge last season's semifinal loss, faces a team from the sixth tier of Spanish football. Other La Liga teams are also expected to have smooth sailing, but must follow the rule that requires seven first team players on the pitch at all times. This is an opportunity for them to gain some confidence and momentum before returning to league play.
Lille continues its impressive run in the Champions League by defeating Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a stunning comeback victory. Canadian player Jonathan David scored two goals to lead his team to victory against the struggling Spanish side. This is Lille's second win in two matches against Madrid teams, after their previous shocking victory against Real Madrid.
In a highly anticipated match, Atletico Madrid and CD Leganes will go head to head at Civitas Metropolitano this Sunday. While Atletico are currently sitting comfortably in the top three, Leganes are trying to avoid relegation by a narrow margin. Atletico will be relying on their star goalkeeper, Jan Oblak, to lead them to victory and maintain their unbeaten record at home. Meanwhile, Leganes will be fighting hard to secure at least a point in their quest to climb out of the bottom half of the table.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti praised the referee for halting the match against Atletico Madrid, saying his team deserved better luck after dominating most of the game. Despite the late equalizer, Ancelotti is glad his team was able to secure at least one point from a stadium where they suffered two losses last season. With a point away from home, Real Madrid remains in contention for the top spot in the standings, currently trailing behind leaders Barcelona by only three points.
Watch highlights of every Uefa Champions League game on iPlayer as Benfica secures a stunning 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid at home. This dominant victory highlights Benfica's strong performance in the group stage and their potential to go further in the tournament. With this win, they firmly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in European football.
In a highly anticipated Champions League match between Lille and Real Madrid, French superstar Kylian Mbappé made a successful return to the pitch after recovering from a hamstring injury. The forward came off the bench in the second half of the match to replace a defender and helped turn the tide for his team. Mbappé had previously missed Madrid's league match against Atletico Madrid due to his injury, but he proved his resilience and determination in his comeback performance against Lille.
Liverpool's quiet approach towards the transfer market in 2024 may not continue in 2025, as the Reds face the possibility of losing key players on free transfers. Along with rumored interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid for Luis Diaz and Alexis Mac Allister, Atletico Madrid is now linked to Liverpool's Darwin Nunez. Nunez's performance this season will determine whether or not he stays with Liverpool, with journalist Fabrizio Romano dismissing rumors of a move to Atletico.
Two powerhouse clubs, Benfica and Atletico Madrid, will face off on Matchday 2 of the 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League. With both teams seeking their second win of the tournament, this highly anticipated showdown promises to be a thrilling encounter. Fans around the world can tune in to catch the action live, with viewing options varying depending on their location. Don't miss out on this crucial clash between two top-tier teams.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss the team's upcoming match against Lille in the Champions League due to a muscle injury. The club announced that Courtois has an abductor injury and will likely return to play after the international break, missing two important matches for the team. The injury comes after Courtois was targeted by fans of his former club, Atletico Madrid, during a recent match.
French footballer Antoine Griezmann, who played as a forward for Atletico Madrid, has decided to retire from international football at the age of 33. During his time with the French national team, Griezmann played 137 matches and scored 44 goals. He was a key player in France's 2018 World Cup win and their recent victory in the 2021 UEFA Nations League. In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Griezmann expressed his gratitude for the memories and experiences he gained while representing France.