Barrios back in squad, Nico González out, focus on Union Saint-Gilloise | OneFootball

Atlético de Madrid is finalizing preparations for tomorrow’s Champions match at 21:00 against Union Saint-Gilloise at the Metropolitano. After scoring three goals against Sevilla in their third consecutive LaLiga victory, the rojiblancos face a crucial match if they want to qualify among the top eight in this first phase of the Champions League. After two defeats in the three European matches they have played, these three points are absolutely essential, a situation that Simeone is well aware of and is confident he can turn around.

This morning’s session was the last before the match. The main news was the return of Pablo Barrios to training with the rest of his teammates. The Madrid native has quickly recovered from the muscle injury he suffered against Real Betis and has trained normally. Even so, barring any surprises, he will not be included in the squad for Union Saint-Gilloise, although he is expected to be available to face Levante on Saturday.

Juan Musso, still out due to tonsillitis, and Nico González, who finished the match against Sevilla limping after a knock, were the only absentees from training. Instead, they carried out a session in the gym. Both are serious doubts, although it is expected that Simeone will give them a rest.

Simeone, very active and involved

During the exercises, Cholo was seen very active, as if he were just another player. He took part in the ball warm-up drills, such as rondos, and demanded much more intensity from his players. In addition, the good atmosphere in the Atlético dressing room stood out, with everyone aware that it is the key to achieving a positive dynamic that will propel them directly towards their goals.

Afterwards, the players split up and worked in two different groups. On one side, the starters from the Sevilla match, and on the other, the substitutes. In this way, Simeone did not want to give any clues about the starting eleven he will field tomorrow at the Metropolitano.

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