Opponent watch: Atletico Madrid defensive ace ruled out of Barcelona clash
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16-second readAtletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero has been ruled out of their La Liga clash against Barcelona, according to MARCA, due to a muscular problem. Romero had recently recovered from an adductor issue but didn't play against Levante or in the Champions League against Bayern Munich. His absence is a significant blow to Atletico Madrid and a boost to Barcelona.
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Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero has been ruled out of their La Liga clash against Barcelona, according to MARCA, due to a muscular problem. Romero had recently recovered from an adductor issue but didn't play against Levante or in the Champions League against Bayern Munich. His absence is a significant blow to Atletico Madrid and a boost to Barcelona.
Romero has become a key player for Atletico Madrid since joining from Tottenham Hotspur, making eight appearances and establishing himself as a leader. His aggressive style and leadership have made him crucial to Diego Simeone's plans. Atletico Madrid will miss him against Barcelona, a game that could have put them top of La Liga with a win.
Barcelona also face injury issues ahead of the match, with Rodri, Xavi Espart, Dani Olmo, and Roony Bardghji out. Jules Kounde is a doubt, but Eric Garcia is expected to be available. Andreas Christensen's availability will depend on his training in the coming days.
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- Barcelona, Atletico Madrid
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According to MARCA, Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero has been ruled out of their upcoming La Liga clash against Barcelona this weekend. The Argentine international is dealing with a muscular problem which will keep him out of Sunday’s top-of-the-table clash in La Liga, handing Barça a major boost. Since arriving at the club from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer, Romero has quickly established himself as a central figure in Diego Simeone’s plans at Atletico Madrid. Despite making only eight appearances, six in La Liga and two in the Champions League, the 2022 World Cup winner has already become one of the leaders of the squad.
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