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Atletico Madrid draw 1-1 with Arsenal in Champions League semi-final

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Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at the Metropolitano. Viktor Gyokeres gave the Gunners the lead from the penalty spot before Julian Alvarez equalized with a controversial penalty awarded after a VAR review. A late penalty decision for Arsenal was overturned, leaving the tie poised ahead of the return leg at the Emirates Stadium.

Barcelona defeated Atletico 3-1 in the Copa de la Reina final played on Saturday in Las Palmas.

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United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering an ankle injury that requires surgery. Atletico Madrid confirmed the news in a statement on Monday.

Orlando City SC has announced the signing of French forward Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid. The 35-year-old will complete his current season with Atletico before joining Major League Soccer after the World Cup in July. He arrives as a Designated Player amid the club's challenging start to the season.

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Tottenham Hotspur will host Atletico Madrid on March 18, 2026, aiming to overturn a 5-2 deficit from the first leg in the Champions League round of 16. The match kicks off at 8pm in North London. Spurs seek a significant improvement after their recent 1-1 draw at Liverpool.

Barcelona's Pau Cubarsí and Ronald Araujo have publicly praised Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, fueling speculation about a potential transfer to the club. Reports suggest Alvarez may join Barcelona after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the team plans for life beyond Robert Lewandowski. Atletico's president remains confident in retaining the Argentine forward, who is contracted until 2030.

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Club Brugge and Atletico Madrid played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout play-off at Jan Breydel Stadium. Atletico Madrid twice surrendered the lead, with the home side equalizing late to set up a decisive second leg. The result leaves the tie evenly poised ahead of the return match in Madrid.

 

 

 

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