Brief
Atletico mock Real after Valverde’s squad return despite ankle sprain
Atletico posted a sarcastic message claiming medical experts were wrong after Real named the injured midfielder in the squad.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Atletico Madrid ridiculed Real Madrid on X after Real included Federico Valverde in the squad for Saturday’s LaLiga clash with Villarreal, despite a recent medical report diagnosing him with a grade‑3 sprain in his left ankle.
What happened
Real’s medical services announced on a statement that Valverde suffered a grade‑3 ankle sprain after a heavy tackle by Atletico’s Kang‑in Lee in the Madrid derby. The injury typically requires three to six months to heal. Seventeen days later, Valverde appeared on Real’s squad list for the Villarreal match.
What the reports add
Atletico’s official X account posted, “We want to congratulate @RealMadrid for continuing to make history by proving that 100% of the world's medical community was wrong.” The club later shared a second image showing Jose Mourinho holding printed notes from his post‑match press conference.
What was said
Jose Mourinho, speaking at the Real press conference, criticised referee Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias, claiming the official had missed two clear red‑card incidents and suggesting the referee’s inexperience affected the game.
Key facts
- Real Madrid listed Federico Valverde for the Villarreal match despite a grade‑3 ankle sprain diagnosis. (sportskeeda.com)
- Atletico Madrid posted a sarcastic message on X claiming medical experts were wrong. (sportskeeda.com)
- Jose Mourinho criticised referee Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias after Real’s loss to Atletico. (sportskeeda.com)
Sources
- [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as “Atletico Madrid take brutal dig at Real Madrid as Jose Mourinho provides update on his squad”
