Diego Pablo Simeone spoke in the press room before the Champions League match against Porto. Convinced that the Portuguese will go for victory, the Argentine predicted a tough game with the same options for both teams.

The Atletico striker bids to be selected in the World XI team to be announced on January 13th at the Balon d’or Gala

Daniel Aranzubía spoke in the mixed zone after an excellent game in his official debut for Atletico. Happy with the result, the goalkeeper spoke of the "desire, strength and intensity" of a group facing each game “like a final."

Diego Pablo Simeone highlighted in the press room after winning against Sant Andreu the start, the way the team came out to play, was the key to the game. He also spoke of the sharing around of the goals is good for the squad.

Javier Manquillo had an excellent match against Sant Andreu. The Atletico full back was a classy on the flank and served the ball on a silver platter for Arda's second goal, also participating in the third.

Arda Turan twice, Raúl García and Villa scored the goals against Sant Andreu in the first game of the knockout phase of the Copa del Rey. The champion began a big title defense.

Simeone has provided a list of 16 called up which does not include the Belgian goalkeeper who was injured in the last training session in Majadahonda.

Juanfran Torres spoke to the media after the 'Committed' event. The Spanish international confirmed the "will" of the team to start a new cup campaign, where the team will give the maximum to "go as far possible."

Atletico Madrid comfortably beat the Indonesian side Mitra Kukar a match in preparation for the defense of the Copa del Rey. Simeone side came out strong and got three goals in the first half. Villa and Insua got the second half goals.

Atletico were prominent in the Professional Football League Gala. Diego Pablo Simeone took the trophy for best coach of last year and Thibaut Courtois was named best goalkeeper.