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Koke matches Bobby Charlton's Man United record with Atletico Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:05 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Koke matches Bobby Charlton's Man United record with Atletico Madrid

Summary

Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke has matched Bobby Charlton’s record of 746 appearances for one club after coming off the bench in a 3-0 victory against Real Sociedad. Charlton, a Manchester United legend, set the record during his 17-year career at the club, contributing 249 goals. Koke's achievement places him among Europe's elite one-club players, trailing only seven individuals in this category. His performance continues to bolster Atletico's strong start to the season under coach Diego Simeone.

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By the Numbers

•Koke's 746th appearance came against Real Sociedad on September 15, 2026.
•Charlton's record was previously a hallmark of Manchester United’s legacy.
•Koke is now eighth on the list of one-club players in soccer history.
•Charlton was a key figure for Manchester United from 1953 to 1973.
•Koke contributed to Atletico's 3-0 win in his record-matching game.

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1 Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke has matched a brilliant record set by Manchester United icon Bobby Charlton.Club legendCharlton’s United career is widely considered one of the most iconic and resi...
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