Joao Félix
Simao: Joao Felix can win the Ballon d’Or
But the forward has struggled to replicate the goalscoring form that caught the attention of Europe’s top teams when he was with the Lisbon giants, where he netted 20 times in just 43 games.
Atletico Madrid defender tests positive for coronavirus
Atletico Madrid Brazilian full-back Renan Lodi has reportedly tested positive for coronavirus following squad-wide tests this week.
Atletico midfielder keen on Arsenal move
Thomas Partey has told friends he wants to join Arsenal this summer and is hopeful that an agreement can be reached with Atletico Madrid.
Cristiano Ronaldo misses out of world’s most valuable footballers
Players haven’t taken to the pitch since March and it is still not clear when the campaigns in the top European leagues are mere speculation at this point, with no indication when lockdowns will end.
Joao Mario: Barcelona would’ve been better fit for Joao Felix
Joao Felix would be better suited to life at Barcelona, says fellow Portugal international Joao Mario, with Atletico Madrid’s “Italian” system considered to pose problems for the talented 20-year-old.
Lionel Messi lists top 15 young prospects
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has snubbed Nigerian duo, Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze in his list of top young prospects to follow in his footsteps.
Atlético Madrid eye up move for Rangers striker
Diego Simeone’s side have had an issue in-front of goal this season after scoring just 31 goals in 27 LaLiga games which has seen the club fall out of the title race.
Atletico frustrated by struggling Espanyol but Sevilla snatch late win
Saul Niguez volleyed in a stunning equaliser at the RCDE Stadium but Atletico were unable to find a winner as Stefan Savic’s first-half own-goal earned Espanyol a valuable point in their struggle against relegation.
Atletico Madrid boosted by Alvaro Morata return ahead of Liverpool clash
Alvaro Morata is fit to feature in Atletico Madrid's La Liga meeting with Valencia on Friday, Diego Simeone has confirmed.
Rafael van der Vaart: Joao Felix is at the wrong club, working under the...
Atletico Madrid starlet Joao Felix is a talented player but he's playing for the "wrong club", according to Rafael van der Vaart.
João Félix injured ahead of Madrid derby
Atlético Madrid are likely to head into the Madrid derby without João Félix on Saturday.
Super Cup: We played like children against Atletico – Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi said Barcelona were guilty of playing like children on Thursday after Atletico Madrid staged a thrilling comeback to beat them 3-2 and set up a Spanish Super Cup final against Real Madrid.
Samuel Chukwueze unperturbed with CAF awards snub
Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze is not bothered about missing out of the 2019 CAF Youth Player of the Year award.
Atletico Madrid will turn to Cedric Bakambu if Edinson Cavani transfer falls through
Atletico Madrid will turn to Beijing Guoan forward Cedric Bakambu if a deal cannot be found to sign Paris Saint-Germain’s Edinson Cavani.
Joao Felix hopes to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at club level
Joao Felix has claimed the prestigious Golden Boy award for 2019 and admitted that he would welcome the opportunity to play alongside fellow Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo at club level.
Diego Simeone rubbishes reports of dressing room discord at Atletico Madrid
Diego Simeone has dismissed reports suggesting he has lost the dressing room at Atletico Madrid, amid rumours he could be in line to succeed Unai Emery in the hot seat at Arsenal.
João Félix named Golden Boy 2019 winner
João Félix has been named the Golden Boy winner for 2019.
Atletico Madrid star Diego Costa ruled out for three months
Diego Costa has been diagnosed with a cervical disc herniation in a fresh blow to goal-shy Atletico Madrid.
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