Atlético de Madrid
Real Madrid advances to Supercopa final after 2-1 win over Atlético
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Real Madrid defeated Atlético de Madrid 2-1 in the Spanish Supercopa semifinal in Yeda, thanks to an early stunner from Federico Valverde and a goal from Rodrygo, though Alexander Sørloth pulled one back for the rojiblancos. Xabi Alonso's side, without Mbappé, overcame a possession-dominant but toothless Atlético. The Sunday final will be a Clásico against Barcelona, where the Frenchman might debut.
Antoine Griezmann scored a stunning direct free-kick in the 60th minute to secure a 1-0 win for Atlético de Madrid over Deportivo de La Coruña in the Copa del Rey round of 16. Simeone's side, dominant yet goalless in the first half, advanced to the quarterfinals despite the hosts' resilient effort at Riazor Stadium. Deportivo competed honorably but ultimately yielded to the visitors' quality.
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Enrique Collar, an iconic figure of Atlético de Madrid, died on Monday at the age of 91, as confirmed by the club. The forward served as team captain for a decade and won several key titles in his career.
Atlético de Madrid's women's team returned triumphantly to the Champions League after four years, thrashing St. Pölten 6-0 at the NÖ Arena. Coach Víctor Martín's side displayed maturity and tactical superiority against an inferior opponent. The win places Atlético on the Spanish podium in the league phase, behind Barcelona and ahead of Real Madrid.