Cuti Romero returns as Atlético Madrid faces Sevilla without Julián Álvarez
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 8:49 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Atlético de Madrid has announced its squad for the LaLiga match against Sevilla Fútbol Club at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. Defender Cristian 'Cuti' Romero returns to the lineup after overcoming physical issues. In contrast, Julián Álvarez is absent following tensions with the club and missing training sessions. Coach Diego Pablo Simeone confirmed Álvarez's exclusion, emphasizing the squad's focus on securing three points during this challenging fixture. The match is currently ongoing.
- •Cristian 'Cuti' Romero returns after recovering from an injury.
- •Julián Álvarez misses the match due to off-field tensions.
- •Diego Pablo Simeone confirmed the absence of Álvarez.
- •Atlético is focused on winning to gain vital league points.
- •The match is being played at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán.
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"Atlético de Madrid has made public its official squad list for the match against Sevilla Fútbol Club at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. The main new feature in the list put together by the coaching st...
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