Atlético de Madrid has achieved a week of training without interruptions in Majadahonda, something that coach Diego Simeone and his coaching staff had not achieved since the end of August. Following the victory over Deportivo at the Metropolitano, the team received two days of rest before returning to the training area on Tuesday afternoon, with the aim of preparing for the next Copa del Rey match against Levante at the Ciutat de València.
This extended break is especially valuable for the red and white team, which is in the knockout phase of the competition. The absence of matches in the Spanish Super Cup and the first round of the Copa del Rey has allowed the coaching staff to calmly work on the tactical concepts that are working well and correct the aspects that need improvement. In addition, the week offers the opportunity to evaluate the status of players who are in the infirmary, such as Cuti Romero, Koke Resurrección and Johnny Cardoso, who have not been available in recent training sessions.
The Argentine Simeone has indicated that the player with a muscle strain should rejoin the group this week, although it is not intended to speed up his recovery. The priority will be to ensure that the midfielders return to their usual level without forcing their healing process. This cautious approach aligns with the coach's philosophy, which seeks to balance performance with the physical health of players.
Levante, while not a traditionally difficult opponent for Atlético, represents an important challenge before the team faces Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the League. The match against Barça at the Metropolitano will be decisive for the leadership of the table, and the performance in the match with Levante will be a key indicator of the team's form. With the week of training complete, Atlético de Madrid hopes to return to the Metropolitano with the energy and cohesion necessary to face the upcoming challenges both in the Champions League and in the domestic competition.