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Yahoo
an hour ago
- General
- Yahoo
Diego Simeone lays out Atlético Madrid's targets for next season
Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has this weekend provided an insight into the goals of he and the club for the 2025/26 campaign. This, of course, comes fresh off another largely underwhelming season for Atléti last time out. Advertisement The Rojiblancos showcased excellence in patches, culminating in what at one point looked like a concerted La Liga title challenge. But in the end, the capital outfit fell away when it mattered most, giving rise to another 3rd-placed finish, as well as an exit from the Champions League in the Round-of-16. And fully aware that as much simply won't cut it when it comes to the expectations of the Atlético faithful is headmaster Diego Simeone. Speaking during an interview with SIMPLEMENTE FÚTBOL, as cited by Fabrizio Romano, this weekend, the Argentine tactician was drawn on his side's ambitions for next season and beyond. Advertisement And Simeone was not shy in confirming: 'There's a clear intention to be title contenders again. That's why I'm here. That's why I'm staying. I want more at this club.' Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Julián Alvarez stunning debut season continues with screamer vs Betis 👏
Julián Alvarez's debut season at Atlético de Madrid has been an undisputed major success, and he now has the numbers to further prove it after a stunning strike against Real Betis. The Argentinian striker curled home a fierce free-kick to give his side a first half lead as Diego Simeone looks to finish the season strongly and in third place. Advertisement The strike made it 28 goals since his blockbuster move from Manchester City in the summer, which is the most of any new signing since another South American superstar. Not bad company to be in, is it? And given he's only 25, it feels like the first of many great seasons for the darling of the Metropolitano. 📸 Denis Doyle - 2025 Getty Images
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Arsenal ‘pushing hardest' for Julian Alvarez transfer but face battle with Premier League rivals for ex-Man City star
ARSENAL are reportedly exploring a deal to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid this summer. The Gunners are keen to sign a striker as the final piece of their puzzle as they look to finally go one further than their three consecutive second placed finishes next season. According to Spanish outlet Marca, one of their preferred options at centre-forward is former Manchester City man Julian Alvarez. Alvarez, 25, joined Atletico Madrid last summer in a deal worth up to £80m. And the Argentine has had an impressive first campaign in Spain, scoring 29 goals and registering seven assists in all competitions this season. That effort has seen many top clubs begin to circle the World Cup winner, including Barcelona, Liverpool and Bayern Munich. But Marca claim that Arsenal are "pushing hardest" of the interested clubs to convince Alvarez to jump ship. However, it won't be easy to get a deal over the line with Atletico thought to be keen to keep hold of their star man and Alvarez seemingly happy to stay put too. Atletico boss Diego Simeone has said that Atletico "need" to keep hold of Alvarez, hinting that the club want to build around their star man to get the best out of him. He said: "We need Julian. He's the one we wanted to find. "He's here, and I hope he's happy to be on this team. We're going to help him with everyone's hard work to unleash his talent." Arsenal may have to look elsewhere for a new front man if Atletico stand firm in their hopes to keep Alvarez at the Metropolitano Stadium. The Gunners have been linked with Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres and RB Leipzig talent Benjamin Sesko. Both forwards are seemingly available for transfer this summer and could be easier deals to get over the line for Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal hierarchy.
Free Malaysia Today
6 days ago
- Sport
- Free Malaysia Today
Sorloth hattrick guides Atletico to 4-0 win at Girona
Alexander Sorloth came off the bench to score a hattrick for Atletico. (EPA Images pic) GIRONA : Striker Alexander Sorloth came off the bench to score a hattrick in the second half and help Atletico Madrid wrap up their underwhelming season with an easy 4-0 win at lowly Girona today. With Barcelona having secured the title, there was not much to play for at a half-empty Montilivi stadium where two depleted squads squared up in a game that will not live long in the memory. Atleti manager Diego Simeone decided to leave several key starters on the bench, including goalkeeper Jan Oblak who with 30 goals conceded in 36 games, finished the season with the lowest goals-to-games ratio for the fifth time in his career. Atletico dominated possession but it took them 68 minutes to break the deadlock through Sorloth's close-range strike after Girona made a bad mistake and Rodrigo De Paul set up the Norwegian to tap the ball into an empty net. Defender Clement Lenglet headed in a rebound in the 87th minute before Sorloth took advantage of two quick counters to score twice in added-time. In the final weekend of the season, Barca, who host Athletic Bilbao later today, top the standings with 85 points, one point ahead Real Madrid, with Atletico finishing their La Liga campaign in third place on 76 points. Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal complete the top five line-up of teams who will represent Spain in next season's Champions League. Girona, who last season were the surprise packages of La Liga, ended 16th in the standings on 41 points, one clear of the relegation spots. 'We played a good game, which will be useful for the Club World Cup in the US that starts in less than a month because we will play many afternoon games under this same heat. Sorloth is a machine and he doesn't need many chances to score,' Atletico defender Axel Witsel told Movistar Plus. Atletico are in a tough Group B at the new-look 32-team tournament starting next month, along with Champions League finalists Paris St-Germain, South American champions Botafogo and MLS side Seattle Sounders. Witness football history in Malaysia as Manchester United take on the Asean All-Stars – it's the clash you can't afford to miss. Book your seat now at before they're gone!
Sharjah 24
6 days ago
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Atletico Madrid routs Girona in La Liga finale
Second-half surge seals the win After a goalless first half, Diego Simeone's side erupted in the second half with four unanswered goals. Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth led the charge with a hat-trick, scoring in the 68th, 90th, and 90+3rd minutes—bringing his season total to 20 goals and placing him fourth in the league's scoring charts. Lenglet adds to the tally French defender Clément Lenglet contributed the third goal in the 87th minute, further cementing Atletico's dominant performance. Final standings and implications The result had little impact on the standings, with Atletico Madrid securing third place with 76 points. Girona, despite the heavy defeat, retained their top-flight status, finishing 16th with 41 points. However, their position could drop to 17th depending on Sevilla's result against Villarreal. Other matches to watch Later in the day, Athletic Bilbao are set to host league champions Barcelona in another high-profile clash to conclude the season.
