- Season opener between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid: Villarreal squad and transfer dealings. Alexander Sørloth and what expect from him, comparison and differences with Álvaro Morata Key players to watch and the tactical battle between Marcelino and Diego Simeone Expected starting 11 and injury updates for both teams How the season will go for b…

An Introduction to Julián Alvarez: his background, playing position, strengths, and style of play. The transfer process: the fee Atlético Madrid are paying, Diego Simeone's role, Alvarez's contract duration, and any noteworthy clauses. How Alvarez will fit into Atlético's squad: expectations, adapting to LALIGA, potential playing roles, and playing…

On this episode of the Partido a Partido Podcast, we explore Conor Gallagher's proposed transfer to Atlético Madrid by tracing his history as a player, analyzing his playing style and strengths on the pitch, and how he fits into Diego Simeone's plans and team structure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On this episode of Partido a Partido, Emmanuel and Kelvyn go in-depth on Atlético Madrid's complicated 2023/24 season in the first of a multi-part series. Make sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Emmanuel is joined by Yash (@Odriozolite) to talk about Atlético Madrid Femenino's 3-2 win in the derby over Real Madrid, what the UEFA Women's Champions League qualification hope looks like, and much more on this special show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Atlético Madrid's recent back-to-back defeats -- why are they so bad away from home? Jan Oblak and the defensive situation Athletic's season overall: tactical approach, notable players, and the Williams brothers in attack What to expect from the game and key tactical battles Plus, a bonus quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

On this edition of the Partido a Partido podcast, Emmanuel and Abel recap Atlético Madrid's first-leg win over Borussia Dortmund and discuss what we can expect from the second leg Tuesday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Atlético Madrid's performance against Barcelona Atlético's struggles at both ends, including inefficiency in front of goal and vulnerability in its own penalty area. Why do Atleti lose momentum after a strong start? Goals and ambitions for the rest of the season -- which players can turn it around? Key decisions in the summer -- which positions nee…

Debating Atlético Madrid's away performances this season -- what is the main problem for Diego Simeone's men? What to expect at San Mamés -- will Antoine Griezmann play? Do Atlético have a realistic comeback chance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Inter Milan's start to the season overall -- can Atlético Madrid slow them down? Assessing whether their performance is above expectations Discussing any notable factors contributing to their performances Inter's tactical set-up: formation, tactical approach, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, and use of width Inter's preferred defensive setup, with focus on Nicolò…

Atlético Madrid's Copa del Rey semifinal first leg loss to Athletic Club The follow-up defeat to Sevilla Gabriel Paulista's debut and what to expect from him Antoine Griezmann's underwhelming 2024 Hermoso and Reinildo -- which defender impacts Atlético more? Memphis Depay's form and how Álvaro Morata's injury affects Atleti Learn more about your ad…

Madrid Derby Cholo Simeone's lineup Individual players performances Real Madrid's aerial weakness and how Atlético took advantage Difference between the first and second halves Atlético's January transfer window Signings Atleti's transfer policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Into the Calderón's Jeremy Beren and Managing Madrid's Kiyan Sobhani preview Wednesday night's Madrid Derby -- taking place in Saudi Arabia as one of the Supercopa de España semifinals. The pair discusses how tired these teams will be of one another with multiple meetings scheduled for the next month, as well as Madrid's injury-wracked defense, Jud…

Buildup to Madrid Derby in the Super Cup Real Madrid and their 19-game unbeaten run Player Focus: Vini, Rodrygo, Belligham and Rudiger Atlético Madrid's away form Atlético Madrid defensive woes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Emmanuel Lavogez (@LigaLavo) and Kai Iliev (@jdeposicion) preview Atlético Madrid's visit to Bilbao to face Athletic Club on Saturday afternoon. Reviewing Atlético’s Champions League group stage Athletic's tactical setup, pressing and how Valverde's men can hurt Atleti Atleti's performances since the loss to FC Barcelona -- do they have a problem b…

Emmanuel (@LigaLavo) and Neal (@NealGardner_) have a new episode jam-packed with analysis of FC Barcelona's win over Atlético Madrid last weekend. How important was a win for both sides? How does it affect the title race? How does it affect the winner & loser mentally, as well as in the league standings Where did Barca win the game? What did Xavi g…

@LigaLavo was joined by @kelvynbrown19 to do a preview of Atlético Madrid's visit to Barcelona. The pair talked about: Axel Witsel as a aolution for the dilemma on the right Pablo Barrios' form and how his Injury will affect Atlético Morata’s last three games & his confidence Jan Oblak’s distribution Barcelona's injuries and tactical crisis -- can …

New episode with @Kelvynbrown19 where we talked about: Atlético Madrid’s start to the season overall Atlético's tactical set-up entering November Player focus, who should start at left wing-back and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Discussion topics on this edition of Colchonero Chat include: Villarreal’s managerial change — is Marcelino coming back? The Yellow Submarine’s struggles this season — three wins from 12 in LaLiga Diego Simeone’s contract renewal Antoine Griezmann’s laughable 21st-place finish in Ballon d’Or voting Atlético Madrid’s home winning streak Predictions …

Emmanuel (@LigaLavo on X/Twitter) and Maxi (@MaaxiAngelo) break down Atlético Madrid's 1-1 draw against Lazio to begin the Champions League group stage -- and how the result affects Atlético's hopes of clearing the group stage hurdle following the bitter disappointment of 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Atlético Madrid Femenino players and the manager Incomings and outgoings this past summer Trying to strengthen for a return to the Women's Champions League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

Reviewing the transfer window -- was it good or bad for Atlético de Madrid? Incomings and outgoings The squad's strengths and weaknesses, and why key positions (#5 and #9) went unaddressed The financial aspect of all transfers The players out on loan this season How Atlético B are shaping up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

Atlético Madrid's start to the 2023/24 league campaign Yannick Carrasco and the state of the squad following the close of the transfer window The Champions League draw and Atlético's group Previewing the Sevilla match (NOTE: this podcast was recorded before the game was officially suspended) LaLiga at large so far Learn more about your ad choices. …

Pre-season: -> results and performances, -> how the team plans to play this season -> conclusions draw a from pre-season -> How pre-season helped Atleti to grow the club globally •The Squad: -> How prepared it is for the start of the season -> Departures & Arrivals •Granada: -> Some profiling ->Their Squad and what to expect •MD1: -> What to expect…

•Brief recap of Atlético Madrid's 2022/23 season •Analyzing the players who were out on loan last season •Areas of Diego Simeone's squad that need strengthening based on last season •The new signings (Azpilicueta, Galan & Mouriño) & how they fit into Cholo’s tactical setup •The search for a DM (Højbjerg, Amrabat & Guido Rodríguez) •João Félix's dra…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren and Villarreal USA’s Allen Dodson reconvene for a special season-ending show, including discussion about: Atlético Madrid’s 2-2 draw at Villarreal on Sunday Diego Simeone finding motivation after 11 years in the job Upcoming transfer activity for both clubs — will Samu Chukwueze and Yannick Carrascoh…

Jeremy (@JBBeren) and Sam (@samleveridge) are back for a new edition of the Colchonero Chat, part of the Atlético Madrid Podcast Network, on the Fans First Sports Network. Topics on this edition of the show include: Antoine Griezmann’s brace in Atlético’s 2-1 win over Almería on Sunday A dominant, convincing hour-plus from the Rojiblancos Assuming …

@LigaLavo is joined by @MollejismoATM to discuss the following: A brief summary on Atlético Madrid’s last 5 games, all wins Tactical changes that have made the team better after the World Cup Mario Hermoso's rebirth Memphis's adaptation, his injury and what that means for Morata Griezmann 2.0 - LaLiga player of the month for March The importance of…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Rob Walker (@rwalk03) discuss: Atlético Madrid’s 1-0 win over Real Betis on Sunday The performance of Ángel Correa Atlético reasserting its trademark identity João Félix’s form at Chelsea Rayo Vallecano on Sunday Colchonero Chat Amigos get access to exclusive bonus content and Atlético…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) discuss: Atlético Madrid's 1-0 victory at stingy Girona Álvaro Morata's Zarra Trophy chase Rodrigo Riquelme's performance and future with Atlético Valencia on Saturday Colchonero Chat Amigos get access to exclusive bonus content and Atlético insight by sub…

Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) reunite on this edition of Colchonero Chat to discuss topics such as: Atlético Madrid’s 6-1 smothering of Sevilla Diego Simeone breaking the club record for games managed LaLiga’s relegation fight Girona on Monday Colchonero Chat Amigos get access to exclusive bonus content and Atlético insi…

Topics on this edition of Colchonero Chat with Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) include: Reaction to Atlético Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Real Madrid The top four race José Giménez’s best performance of the season Replacing Reinildo Sevilla on Saturday Friendly reminder: you can get access to exclusive bonus content and Atlético…

On this edition of the Partido a Partido pod, Emmanuel (@LigaLavo) and Kelvyn (@kelvynbrown19) return to discuss LaLiga and matchday 23, specifically key battles and tactics from this past weekend's Madrid Derby. Other topics include: Koke & Hermoso regaining their title-winning form for Atlético Madrid Griezmann's influence & his best position Ror…

On this new edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) discuss: Atlético Madrid’s Griezmann-inspired win over Athletic Club Atlético’s defensive resurgence — has Diego Simeone won back his players? A Mario Hermoso contract renewal? Real Madrid on Saturday For bonus programming and exclusive Atlético insigh…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Into the Calderón's Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) discuss, among other topics: Atlético Madrid's inability to put away Getafe The quiet Cívitas Metropolitano Koke and Simeone closing on history Celta Vigo on Sunday Colchonero Chat Amigos receive bonus content every week! Learn more and…

On this edition of the Partido a Partido Podcast, Emmanuel (@LigaLavo) and Kelvyn (@kelvynbrown19) discuss: Atlético Madrid’s recent performance in the league and cup Miguel Ángel Gil Marín’s statement on refereeing and Real Madrid influence Copa del Rey semifinal clashes Preview of Sunday's Osasuna game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy (@JBBeren) and Sam (@samleveridge) discuss a number of Atlético Madrid topics INCLUDING: Saturday’s win over Valladolid Breaking down Memphis’s debut Pablo Barrios’s new contract Thursday’s Copa del Rey quarterfinal against Real Madrid Colchonero Chat Amigos get access to bonus content and exclusive audio …

Emmanuel is joined by @kelvynbrown19 to talk about: Atlético Madrid’s issue of taking the lead and sitting on it; The Copa del Rey draw; Atleti’s new signing Memphis Depay and what he brings to the team. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy FFSN

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) of Into the Calderón (@intothecalderon) discuss: Atlético de Madrid's 1-1 draw with Almería in LaLiga Diego Simeone's ill-advised tactical change The latest on Memphis and Yannick Carrasco Levante in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday Colchonero Chat Amigos at …

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) and Sam Leveridge (@samleveridge) run through a number of Atlético Madrid topics, including: Sunday's loss to FC Barcelona — why did Atlético start so poorly? João Félix's loan to Chelsea FC — winners and losers Would Memphis Depay be a good replacement? The possible return of the old Atlé…

Join @LigaLavo and @MollejismoATM on the newest Partido a Partido Podcast, where they talk about: Atlético Madrid player performances at the FIFA World Cup Atleti's performances after the World Cup, with a focus on the 1-0 defeat to FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey and the emergence of Pablo Barrios João Félix The area of the squad that needs the most imp…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Robbie Dunne (@robbiejdunne on Twitter) and Sid Lowe (@sidlowe) join Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) to discuss: Wednesday night's Copa del Rey clash between Real Oviedo and Atlético de Madrid How Oviedo's rugged Borja Bastón can hurt his former club The atmosphere at Estadio Carlos Tartiere and what Atlético's approach …

Colchonero Chat is back in your ears. On this edition of the program, former Into the Calderón staff writer Rob Walker makes his return to discuss the following topics: Atlético Madrid's 2-0 win over Elche on Thursday João Félix's good performance and how it might affect his transfer market Young midfielder Pablo Barrios's first league start More a…

On this edition of Colchonero Chat, Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren) speaks with ESPN commentator Mark Donaldson (@DonaldsonESPN) about a number of topics, including: Mark’s path to ESPN, how he started covering LaLiga & the best parts of the job Memories of the Vicente Calderón & discussing the Metropolitano atmosphere Atlético Madrid’s season so far The J…

Jeremy Beren and first-time guest Alex Fitzpatrick dive into Wednesday night's Mallorca-Atlético Madrid contest. Topics on this edition of Colchonero Chat INCLUDE: Coach Javier Aguirre's big changes What Vedat Muriqi has brought to Mallorca since arriving on loan last season Did Atlético miss out by opting not to sign Pablo Maffeo? Predictions Colc…

Jeremy Beren and Danny Segura are back for a new edition of Colchonero Chat. Topics on this edition of the program INCLUDE: Analyzing Saturday's 3-2 loss to Cádiz Rebuilding Atlético and naming players we'd keep after this season Why can't Matheus Cunha score goals? Lucas Hernández talking about a return to Atlético in the future Porto on Tuesday C…

The Pap Pod is back, today discussing topics such as: Review of the Athletic Club, Rayo and Betis games Griezmann is well and truly back, rejoice What on Earth is wrong with the team's home form Koke injured = lack of creativity (surprise surprise) Felix's future in the air, sell or not The crucial Leverkusen game and UCL scenarios Loan watch: Samu…

Taha and Emmanuel are discussing Atleti's recent form, topics include: Review of the last 4 games Improvements in the League, disappointments in the Champions' League Atleti's current complicated situation Koke's new role with Witsel in midfield Griezmann signed permanently, thoughts on the 20m deal Molina's massive improvement and growing into the…

Topics on this edition of Colchonero Chat previewing Atlético de Madrid’s visit to Club Brugge INCLUDE: Brugge’s scintillating start to the season, including the 4-0 pasting of Porto in Champions League group stage matchday two Club’s status as one of Belgium’s biggest teams The Belgian champions’ top players, like goalkeeper Simon Mignolet and for…

Atlético de Madrid head to Andalucía on Saturday to face struggling Sevilla in a matchup of top-four sides from last season. Topics on this edition of Colchonero Chat (with first-time guest Alan Feehely) INCLUDE: What's gone wrong for Monchi and Julen Lopetegui Will Isco help Sevilla? Assessing two legends — Koke and Jesús Navas You can find bonus …