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Atlético Madrid — La Liga club that defeated Manchester United 2-0 in Champions League play in October 2026.
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… After seven trophy-laden years at Manchester City, the former Atletico Madrid and Villarreal player was reported to be close to joining Real Madrid, before finally opting for their arch rivals.
Rodri arrives at Barcelona to complete 'dream' moveCitizen Digital
… Prior to that she played for Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. …
Spain veteran Hermoso leaves Mexican club TigresCitizen Digital
… Atletico Madrid start their season at home against Malaga on Wednesday. Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid are not in action until next weekend, visiting Espanyol on August 22, while champions Barcelona travel to face Elche on August 23.
Alaves, Sevilla triumph as new La Liga season beginsCitizen Digital
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Man Utd beaten by former boss Amorim's AC Milan in friendly finaleThe Standard
… Rodri had been linked with Real Madrid after Spain won the World Cup in July but Barcelona pushed to sign the former Atletico Madrid star, who has played a key part in Manchester City's success since he joined in 2019.The midfielder, who won the Ballon d'Or in 2024, has struggled …
Barcelona reach deal with Man City to sign RodriCitizen Digital
Argentina's Romero confirms Tottenham exit as Atletico move looms By AFP August 15, 2026 01:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur F.C. …
Argentina's Romero confirms Tottenham exit as Atletico move loomsCitizen Digital
… It can be one, can be two, it depends also if players are going to leave." Rodri joined City from Atletico Madrid in 2019. …
Maresca uncertain over Rodri's future at Man CityCitizen Digital
… The Final Four tournament will take place from February 2 to 7 and feature Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad, the federation said in a statement. …
Spanish Super Cup will be held in Turkey in 2027Citizen Digital
… He impressed in crucial league wins over Fulham and West Ham, as well as in the Champions League semi-final second-leg against Atletico Madrid. …
Arteta coy over Lewis-Skelly's Arsenal future after 'emotional' celebrationCitizen Digital
Roma signs Argentina's Molina from Atletico Madrid By AFP August 13, 2026 12:56 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Spain’s #17 forward Nico Williams, under pressure from Argentina's #26 defender Nahuel Molina, …
Roma signs Argentina's Molina from Atletico MadridMichael Carrick will remain Manchester United's head coach for their trip to Chelsea this weekend, despite the club's poor start and a recent 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth. According to BBC Sport, the 45-year-old has been given an opportunity to turn things around with United sitting one place above the relegation zone and on an eight-match winless run.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United's head coach for their trip to Chelsea this weekend, despite the club's poor start and a recent 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth. According to BBC Sport, the 45-year-old has been given an opportunity to turn things around with United sitting one place above the relegation zone and on an eight-match winless run.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Julian Alvarez apologized to Atlético Madrid supporters for attempting to leave the club during the summer, saying his comments during the World Cup were a mistake. The Argentina forward had been linked with Barcelona and was initially jeered by fans, but tension has eased after he scored goals against Stuttgart in the Champions League and in a 1-0 win over Deportivo La Coruña.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will take charge of his first Clasico against La Liga leaders Barcelona at Camp Nou on Sunday. Mourinho's previous stint at Madrid from 2010–13 was marked by rivalry with Barcelona under Pep Guardiola, culminating in Real Madrid's Spanish title win in 2012.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has backed 21-year-old goalkeeper Mike Penders to fill in for injured Emi Martinez, saying he sees similarities to Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois. Penders became Chelsea's youngest Premier League keeper when he replaced the Belgian during the second half of last weekend's 2-0 win at Everton.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said Friday he will not ease off his high-intensity demands despite injuries to several players including Szoboszlai, Frimpong, and Munoz. Iraola stated his high-energy style cannot be played at less than full intensity, even as Liverpool prepare for Brighton's visit on Sunday.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick acknowledged an "unacceptable" 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como and a seven-match winless run, but stated he is not concerned about losing his position.
22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticised manager Michael Carrick's tactics following a 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, with the club now winless in seven games. Fernandes said United started poorly, conceded early, and lacked pressure and movement on the ball.
22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United suffered a 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como on Wednesday, with Nico Paz scoring twice and Tasos Douvikas and Jacobo Ramon also scoring for the Italians. The loss extended United's winless run to seven games and deepened pressure on manager Michael Carrick.
21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has been ruled out for approximately one month after suffering a left thigh injury during Tuesday's Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, forcing him to miss Sunday's Clasico against Real Madrid and subsequent league and European fixtures.
21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Michael Carrick, Manchester United's manager, says he needs no reassurances from the club's hierarchy as winning games is the only way to silence speculation over his future. United have won just two of their 10 games in all competitions this season and face a Champions League trip to Como on Wednesday.
21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ronald Araujo says it is "very early" to discuss making his Liverpool loan spell permanent, despite an impressive start at Anfield. Liverpool hold a £47 million option to buy the former Barcelona captain, who has made 10 appearances for the club.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kylian Mbappe scored twice, including a brilliant individual goal, as Real Madrid thrashed Sevilla 4-1 on Sunday to climb into third in La Liga. Arda Guler netted a spectacular opener and Yan Diomande added a goal as Jose Mourinho's side moved above Real Betis.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds United, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin equalizing Bryan Mbeumo's first-half goal. Manager Michael Carrick described the result as a "fresh start" despite the team's winless streak extending to six matches in all competitions.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds on Sunday, leaving manager Michael Carrick under pressure after two wins in nine games this season. The result came after a midweek row between defender Lisandro Martinez and the club hierarchy following a 2-0 Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona defeated 10-man Real Betis 5-2 on Saturday to extend their lead at the top of La Liga to five points. Coach Hansi Flick praised teenage winger Lamine Yamal, who scored in the match, as the best player in the world.
18 October 2026 · The Standard →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Saturday that if he were winger Vinicius Junior, he would have left the club this summer, citing the Brazilian's experience of racial abuse and ongoing targeting by opposition fans since joining Madrid in 2018.
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said Friday that the club had "moved on" from Lisandro Martinez's recent criticism of the hierarchy, describing it as "really not a drama for us as a group." Martinez, who was fined for his outburst following a 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, apologized on Thursday and has been confirmed for United's next Premier League match.
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United face their worst Premier League start in 40 years with mounting pressure on manager Michael Carrick, after a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid was followed by defender Lisandro Martinez's criticism of the club's hierarchy over squad investment. Manchester City aim to extend their perfect start despite uncertainty over their future due to potential sanctions for breaking financial rules.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologised on Thursday for publicly criticising the club's board for a lack of investment in the transfer market following their 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lisandro Martinez attributed "anger and frustration" following Manchester United's 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid to his criticism of the club's board for insufficient transfer investment, despite United's third-place Premier League finish and expected return to Europe's top competition. Martinez specifically targeted technical director Jason Wilcox, saying he expected more squad reinforcement; United signed three midfielders for around £150 million.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bradley Barcola scored a hat-trick as Liverpool defeated LASK 6-3 in the Champions League on Wednesday, marking his first goals for the club since his £123 million move from Paris Saint-Germain in August. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola believes the performance signals the start of a dominant spell for the France forward.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez criticized the club's board for insufficient investment this summer, following a 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. United are winless in five games and have made their worst start to a Premier League season in 40 years.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lisandro Martínez publicly attacked Manchester United's hierarchy following a 2–0 Champions League defeat to Atlético Madrid, criticizing the board for insufficient summer investment. The loss extends United's winless streak to five games and leaves them in their worst league start in 40 years.
14 October 2026 · The Standard →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Tuesday he has faith in officiating in Spain and in Europe despite his heavy criticisms this season. Mourinho had previously refused to attend a post-match press conference in protest of refereeing decisions and had publicly challenged calls after a league derby loss.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed confidence in big-money signings Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola to improve, despite an underwhelming start to their time at Anfield. Wirtz, signed for a potential £116 million, has managed seven goals in 56 appearances, while Barcola has yet to score or assist in his first six games following a £123 million transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United coach Michael Carrick says his team is "hungry and eager" to improve after recording their worst six-game start to a season since 1986, with six points from six matches. United face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone encouraged striker Julian Alvarez, who has not scored this season, to keep improving ahead of a Champions League clash against Manchester United. Simeone acknowledged that strikers need goals but praised Alvarez's teamwork and linking play.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Atletico Madrid have maintained consistency under Diego Simeone since December 2011, winning La Liga twice despite competing against Barcelona and Real Madrid, while Manchester United have cycled through seven permanent managers since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in May 2013 and have failed to win a Premier League title in that period.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said the lack of clarity over Manchester City's future after the club was found guilty of multiple breaches of financial rules is causing uncertainty throughout the Premier League. City have appealed against the independent commission's findings and potentially face a severe points deduction.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid trail leaders Barcelona by six points as La Liga resumes, after defeats to Real Betis and Atletico Madrid left them fourth after seven games. Madrid face Villarreal on Saturday before their first Clasico under Mourinho on October 25 at Camp Nou.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →