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Simeone 'never seen' anything like Kinsky's early substitution

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone admitted he was left shocked after seeing Tottenham interim boss Igor Tudor substitute goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky just 17 minutes into their Champions League clash. The 22-year-old Czech shot-stopper endured a nightmare evening at the Metropolitano, committing massive errors that left Spurs trailing 3-0 in under a quarter of an hour. Simeone, usually known for his own touchline intensity, confessed that the decision to haul off a goalkeeper so early was a first for him to witness in the dugout.

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Filipe Luis thought Guardiola 'cheated' in stunning tactical lesson

Former Chelsea defender Filipe Luís has opened up on the tactical masterclasses that shaped his philosophy, specifically a humbling encounter with Pep Guardiola. Known as one of his generation's most cerebral players, the Brazilian is reflecting on his illustrious career as he prepares for a future in the dugout, using these lessons as the cornerstone of his approach to management.

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Simeone hints at worry over Griezmann leaving for Orlando before Copa final

Diego Simeone has hinted he is uncertain whether Antoine Griezmann will remain at Atletico Madrid long enough to compete in the upcoming Copa del Rey final. Despite the Frenchman’s stellar performances for Atleti this season, rumours of a move to MLS outfit Orlando City have cast a shadow over his future. With the forward yet to confirm his plans, the Rojiblancos face the sobering prospect of losing their talisman at the most critical juncture of the season.

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Simeone breaks silence on Griezmann to Orlando City rumours

The curtain appears to be falling on Antoine Griezmann's second act at Atletico Madrid, as speculation regarding a move to Major League Soccer reaches a fever pitch. Despite being in a rich vein of form for the Colchoneros, the French World Cup winner is increasingly expected to call time on his career in the Spanish capital at the end of the current campaign. While his existing contract at the Metropolitano is technically valid until 2027, there is a growing sense within the club and the wider footballing world that his departure this summer is becoming an inevitability.

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Simeone admits he's 'not in Alvarez's head' as Barca interest grows

Diego Simeone has admitted he cannot offer certainties regarding Julian Alvarez’s long-term future at Atletico Madrid as Barcelona links intensify. While the Argentine forward has struggled for goals recently, his manager believes he is finally rediscovering his clinical edge. Despite a staggering €200 million valuation placed on the World Cup winner, the lure of a move to the Catalan giants continues to dominate the headlines in Spain.

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Yamal ridiculed by Simeone during disastrous Barcelona defeat

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal was ridiculed by Diego Simeone during the Blaugrana’s disastrous Copa del Rey defeat to Atletico Madrid. Hansi Flick’s side, who sit top of the Liga table, found themselves four goals down by half-time in the first leg of an epic cup clash at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Simeone took great delight in reminding Yamal of the scoreline.

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Simeone heaps praise on 'different' Lookman after debut wonder goal

Diego Simeone has hailed the "different" qualities of Ademola Lookman after the Nigerian international marked his Atletico Madrid debut with a stunning strike. The former Atalanta star joined the Spanish giants in the final days of the January window and wasted no time making an impact during a 5-0 rout of Real Betis. Simeone believes the attacker offers a unique threat to his squad.

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Could Atletico Madrid SACK Simeone?

Reports in Spain suggest that Diego Simeone could be sacked as Atletico Madrid manager. The former midfielder was appointed in December of 2011 and has been in charge ever since, overseeing remarkable success, and winning La Liga twice ahead of Real Madrid and Barcelona.

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Atleti boss Simeone bites back at Alvarez criticism

Diego Simeone has hit back at criticism aimed at Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. The Argentine striker moved to Atletico 18 months' ago, joining from Manchester City for £81.8m. Alvarez enjoyed an impressive debut campaign in Spain, scoring 17 times and laying on an additional four assists for Los Colchoneros. However, the 2022 World Cup winner is enduring a testing second season.

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📽️ | Vini Jr clashes with Simeone in heated exchange

Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr was embroiled in more controversy on Thursday after clashing with Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone while being substituted during the two teams' Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia. The pair exchanged words in a heated moment as Real Madrid won 2-1 to book a final against bitter rivals Barcelona on Sunday.

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Lamine Yamal verdient sein Geld auf den Flügelpositionen, meist auf der rechten Seite. Dort begeistert er mit explosiven Antritten und starken Dribblings das Publikum.

Lamine Yamal kam am 13. Juli 2007 im katalanischen Esplugues de Llobregat zur Welt.

Lamine Yamal lief beim FC Barcelona bis zum Ende der Saison 2024/25 mit der Rückennummer 19 auf. Seit der Saison 2025/26 trägt er die prestigeträchtige Nummer 10.

Lamine Yamal ist 1,80 Meter groß.

Lamine Yamal bringt ein Körpergewicht von 72 Kilogramm auf die Waage.

Lamine Yamal trägt Schuhgröße 44.

Der starke Fuß von Lamine Yamal ist links.

Lamine Yamal spielte in seiner Kindheit für den CF La Torreta und den FC Barcelona.

Lamine Yamal hat das Klubinternat La Masia kürzlich hinter sich gelassen und lebt nun in einer eigenen Wohnung im Norden Barcelonas – nur wenige Gehminuten vom Trainingszentrum des FC Barcelona entfernt.

Da Lamine Yamal noch keinen Führerschein besitzt, darf er auch kein Auto fahren.

Lamine Yamal ist Spanier mit marokkanischen und äquatorialguineischen Wurzeln und hat bislang noch nie für einen deutschen Verein gespielt. Deutsch spricht er demnach nicht.

Lamine Yamal hat keine Kinder.

Derzeit gibt es keine verlässlichen Informationen darüber, ob Lamine Yamal eine Freundin hat.

Das geschätzte Vermögen von Lamine Yamal liegt zwischen 4,5 und 7 Millionen Euro. Beim FC Barcelona seinem derzeitigen Club, soll sein jährliches Bruttogehalt rund 26 Millionen Euro betragen.

In seiner jungen Karriere hat Lamine Yamal bereits fünf Titel gewonnen: zweimal die spanische Meisterschaft, den spanischen Supercup sowie den spanischen Pokal. Zudem wurde er 2024 mit der spanischen Nationalmannschaft Europameister.

Lamine Yamal hat den Ballon d'Or bislang zwar noch nicht gewinnen können, doch seine Leistungen brachten ihm bereits Nominierungen ein. Einmal Mal schaffte er es dabei, sich unter den zehn besten Spielern der Welt zu platzieren (Platz 8 im Jahr 2024).

Lamine Yamal wurde bisher noch nie mit dem Titel des FIFA-Weltfußballers ausgezeichnet.

Lamine Yamal trägt verschiedene Spitznamen, darunter "Ryan", der aus einer amüsanten Begegnung mit Touristen in Barcelona entstanden ist. Außerdem nennen ihn Fans und Kommentatoren "Lamine The Dream" – eine Anerkennung seiner herausragenden Fähigkeiten und seines vielversprechenden Talents. Obwohl diese Beinamen nicht offiziell sind, haben sie sich in den sozialen Netzwerken und unter Anhängern fest verankert.