Diego Costa, Saul star as Atletico Madrid down rivals Real Madrid in UEFA Super Cup

Craig Burley explains how the absences of Zinedine Zidane and Cristiano Ronaldo seemed to embolden Atletico Madrid in their UEFA Super Cup triumph.
Atletico Madrid finally got the monkey off their back as they defeated local rivals Real Madrid 4-2 in the European Super Cup in Tallinn on Wednesday night to start the season with a trophy and perhaps give a glimpse of a changing of the guard in the Spanish capital.

Diego Costa’s double, coupled with Saul Niguez’s stunner and Koke’s composed fourth gave Los Rojiblancos a deserved victory.

While it might not make up for the heartache suffered in Lisbon and Milan in years gone by, it could…

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‘Siesta hour’ preventing Spain from watching daily World Cup openers

Don Hutchison says while Spain narrowly defeated Iran, there was always going to be one winner in the match.

Spain managed to walk away with three points against Iran, but the FC crew explain how Iran managed to disrupt La Roja.

Spain’s Gerard Pique reflects on his 100 caps for Spain and insists the team will create even more history at the 2018 World Cup.
The first World Cup matches of the day have provided some real eye-openers — unless, of course, you’re Koke.
The Spain midfielder said that he and his teammates have traditionally missed the early kickoffs because they interfere with their siesta.
“We watch other games as we can,” Koke told El Pais. “The first coincides with our siesta hour and the second with training. We only get to see the third during dinner.”
That means they’ve missed out on the delight of Japan’s win over 10-man Colombia…

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Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann must give everything or leave – Koke

The FC panel answer your tweets on Antoine Griezmann’s chances of moving to Barcelona. Plus, is the Champions League better than the World Cup?

Antoine Griezmann puts a bow on Atletico Madrid’s domination of Lokomotiv Moscow in the Europa League, lobbing the keeper after a stunning turn from Angel Correa.

Diego Simeone refuses to be drawn into speculation that Antoine Griezmann is set to leave Atletico, after his goal and assist versus Celta Vigo. Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke has told teammate Antoine Griezmann that any player not totally committed to the club should leave.
Griezmann signed a long-term contract in the summer after being linked with Manchester United, with recent reports suggesting Barcelona are willing to pay his €100 million release clause.
The France international striker said earlier this week that his future would be resolved before the World Cup begins in Russia.
Atleti coach Diego Simeone indicated that he is…

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Atletico Madrid boosted as Koke and Carrasco return ahead of Real <i>derbi</i>

Following their back-to-back draws against Qarabag, the ESPN FC panel question if Atletico Madrid’s UCL dominance is done.
Atletico Madrid have received a double boost ahead of the derbi against Real Madrid on Nov. 18, with key players Koke and Yannick Carrasco returning to training with the squad.
Playmaker Koke has missed the last six games with a thigh muscle injury picked up against Barcelona last month, while winger Carrasco has not featured since the draw at Qarabag, also last month, with a knee problem.
Their absences have coincided with a dip in form for Diego Simeone’s side, whose late win at Deportivo La Coruna…

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Antoine Griezmann, Angel Correa stand out as Atletico remain unbeaten

Antoine Griezmann looks to be rounding into form after a slow start and was wrongfully denied a goal vs. Athletic.
Atletico Madrid’s unbeaten start to the season continued as they secured three hard-earned points with a 2-1 victory away to Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday night.

It looked to be a familiar tale of striking woe as the visitors missed a host of golden chances before a scandalous refereeing decision saw them concede a penalty when Filipe Luis won the ball outside the box. Jan Oblak, however, ensured justice was done and it served as the springboard for victory.

Angel Correa and substitute Yannick…

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Yannick Carrasco, Atletico Madrid hardly threaten in draw with Valencia

The FC crew delve into why Diego Simeone commands so much respect at Atleti, and why he hasn’t moved on yet.

Atletico Madrid played out a bore-draw 0-0 away to Valencia on Saturday afternoon. On a day when neither side seemed to have the gumption to go for it, chances were few and far between and a sell-out Mestalla would be right to feel short-changed.
Atleti clearly had one eye on the Champions League in midweek and Marcelino, the new Valencia coach, did not want a black mark against his name. Things were pretty mundane for the majority.

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A first clean sheet of the season is always welcome.

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Koke brace helps Atletico Madrid destroy Las Palmas

Atletico Madrid piled on the goals at Las Palmas, including a couple memorable finishes to claim the three points.

Atletico Madrid piled on the goals at Las Palmas, including a couple memorable finishes to claim the three points.

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is looking forward to testing his side against Chelsea and Roma in the 2017 Champions League group stages.
A rampant Atletico Madrid emphatically bounced back from last week’s disappointing draw as they stormed to a 5-1 win away to Las Palmas on Saturday night. Two goals in the opening five minutes — from Angel Correa and Yannick Carrasco — sent Los Rojiblancos on their way as they dominated a one-sided first half.
After Jonathan Calleri pulled one back for the home side in the 58th minute, Atleti went up another gear and rarely looked troubled. Koke’s stunning double after half-time put the result…

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Atletico having a very successful summer despite transfer ban

Janusz Michallik explains why Atletico Madrid is the best option is for Saul amid links between the midfielder and Barcelona.

Antoine Griezmann is set to sign a new Atletico Madrid contract, but is this the best move for his career moving forward?
Despite the disappointment of missing out on transfer targets Alexandre Lacazette and Sandro Ramirez because of the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s decision to uphold their ban, Atletico Madrid’s summer market is not the disaster it appeared it might be. Far from it, actually.&nbsp;

The giants of Europe have come calling for their star men, however to date they have only lost Theo Hernandez. While talented, he is a player the club were keen to stress is still only 19 and had not even made his…

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Atletico strike early, send-off the Calderon with spirited UCL derby win

Real Madrid got an away goal to snuff out the Atletico Madrid comeback and will now face Juventus in the Champions League final on June 3.
Atletico Madrid gave the Vicente Calderon the European send-off it deserved as they beat Real Madrid 2-1 i…

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