Sun Aug 03 18:10:00 UTC 2025: **Atlético Madrid to Debut New Signings in Preseason Clash Against Porto**
**Madrid, Spain** – After a busy transfer window, Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid is set to unveil its revamped squad in a preseason friendly against FC Porto at Estádio do Dragão this Sunday. The match offers an early glimpse into Simeone’s tactical plans for the upcoming season, with several new faces expected to make their debut.
Training sessions have hinted at a potential starting lineup featuring new acquisitions Matteo Ruggeri at left-back, Álex Baena in midfield, and Johnny Cardoso as the holding midfielder. The central defense is projected to consist of Clément Lenglet and Robin Le Normand, given current injuries and adaptation periods for other players. Upfront, a forward line of Julián Alvarez, Giuliano Simeone, and Alexander Sørloth has been tested.
The friendly marks the first meeting between the two clubs since a 2-1 Porto victory in the Champions League group stage in 2022. The match will also pay tribute to the late Diogo Jota, who had ties to both clubs. Additionally, it presents a “revenge game” opportunity for Samu Aghehowa, recently sold to Porto by Atlético.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. CEST. Viewers in the United States can watch the game on fuboTV, Fox Sports dot com, the Fox Sports App, and Fox Deportes.
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