Diego Simeone almost walked away after the second of those, on penalties at the San Siro, admitting it would be difficult to lift the players mentally after such a crushing blow. Those matches came in the early years of Simeone's reign, Atletico's best period.

Diego Simeone to leave Atletico Madrid after Champions League semis exit vs Arsenal? Here's what we know

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone had a scuffle with some of the home fans after Virgin Van Dijk took Liverpool to a 3-2 victory with a stoppage time goal in the 92nd minute.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone fights with Liverpool fans after UCL loss - WATCH

Clearing the air, Diego Simeone explained the reason for not shaking Jurgen Klopp's hands after Liverpool defeated Atletico Madrid 3-2 in a ferocious Champions League clash on Tuesday (October 19).

'I don't like it': Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone reacts after refusing to shake Jurgen Klopp's hand

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp walked out of the interview after a dramatic Champions League contest against Atletico Madrid that his side won 3-2 on Tuesday (October 19) at the Wanda Metropolitano.

Watch: Jurgen Klopp walks out of interview, snaps at journo over Diego Simeone's handshake snub questioning

Atletico Madrid pipped city rivals Real Madrid to the La Liga title on Saturday after Luis Suarez fired them to a 2-1 comeback win at Real Valladolid, which secured them the Spanish championship for the first time in seven years.

Football: Atletico Madrid clinch La Liga title thanks to Suarez winner

Barely a week has gone by this season without Diego Simeone pronouncing his mantra of "one game at a time" and now it really rings true, with Atletico Madrid one match away from winning La Liga.

Football: Atletico on cusp of La Liga glory but Real Madrid ready to pounce

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has no special plans for Saturday`s La Liga title showdown with Barcelona. The Argentine`s league leaders visit the Camp Nou two points ahead of the Catalans and a win would all but rule Barca out of the title running with three games remaining.

Simeone will not change gameplan for Barca showdown

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone insists his side are not getting carried away with the La Liga title in touching distance. Atletico had a 10-point lead at the top of the table just two months ago but the chasing pack have closed the gap in recent weeks, with Simeone`s men winning just two of their past five league outings.

Atletico Madrid's Simeone not getting carried away with title in sight

Atletico Madrid moved back to the top of La Liga on Sunday after a 1-1 draw against Real Betis opened a one-point lead over city rivals Real. Despite missing 19-goal striker Luis Suarez, Atletico were in front after just five minutes when Belgian international Yannick Carrasco scored into an empty net after a goal-mouth scramble.

Simeone tells hobbling Atletico to 'resist' in La Liga title push

Atletico Madrid duo Yannick Carrasco and Mario Hermoso have tested positive for COVID-19, the La Liga leaders said on Saturday. A statement from Atletico said Belgian winger Carrasco and Spanish defender Hermoso have been isolating at home since Friday and will miss Sunday`s trip to Cadiz.

Atletico's Carrasco, Hermoso test positive for COVID-19

Atletico Madrid were rewarded for their determination when they snatched a 1-0 win at Valencia thanks to a late own goal to go level on points with La Liga leaders Real Sociedad on Saturday.

La Liga: Own goal gives dominant Atletico Madrid sixth straight win

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone believes Luis Suarez can lift the club to new heights and said his new signing will be in the squad to face Granada on Sunday.

Suarez can take Atletico to a different level, says Simeone

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has tested positive for novel coronavirus. The Spanish club on Saturday released the statement sharing this news. Also read: Mourinho confident of landing new Spurs striker for 'non-human' schedule According to Atletico Madrid's statement, the Argentine is asymptomatic and is currently isolating in his home after undergoing a test on Friday during the team's pre-season training camp.

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone tests positive for COVID-19

Atletico Madrid were outplayed and out-thought by Leipzig on Thursday in Lisbon and at the end of another deflating season, Diego Simeone faces accusations he is out of date.

Atletico's new era brings familiar failings as Simeone doubts return

Liverpool's reign as European champions ended after Diego Simeone's Atletico came from behind to score three goals in the injury time beat Jurgen Klopp's side 3-2 (Aggregate score 4-2) at Anfield to progress into quarterfinals.

Champions League: Atletico Madrid come from behind to knock-out Liverpool from Round of 16

Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid outclass the defending European Champions Liverpool in the first leg of the round of 16 in Champions League by beating them 1-0 at the Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid on Tuesday.

Champions League: Simeone's Atletico stun mighty Liverpool in 1st leg of round of 16

Atletico Madrid's hopes of getting back into the Spanish title race faded even further with a 2-0 defeat away by struggling Eibar in La Liga on Saturday. The tiny Basque side, who have the smallest stadium in La Liga, took the lead in the 10th minute when Esteban Burgos stabbed home from close range at the far post after Atletico failed to properly defend a corner.

La Liga: SD Eibar beat Atletico Madrid for first time in league history

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has pledged his future to the Liga club despite an expected exodus of senior players from the Estadio Metropolitano in the close season.

Atletico Madrid coach Simeone pledges future to club despite player exodus

France striker Antoine Griezmann will leave Atletico Madrid at the end of the season, the player said in a video released on the club's official Twitter account on Tuesday.

Antoine Griezmann announces departure from Atletico Madrid at end of the season

Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone said that forward Antoine Griezmann is "very important" for the future of the club and the team after their 3-2 victory over Valencia on Wednesday.

Antoine Griezmann important for future of Atletico Madrid: Diego Simeone

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone cursed his side's bad luck with refereeing decisions in games against Barcelona after Diego Costa was sent off in a 2-0 defeat at the Nou Camp on Saturday which practically handed the La Liga title to the Catalans.

Barcelona also insulted referee, says Diego Simeone after Costa red card

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone called on his side to cut the gap into the Barcelona's eight-point lead over 'Los Rojiblancos' as they face Spanish champions' on Saturday in a crucial title clash.

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone 'super optimistic' ahead of crucial Barcelona clash

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UEFA announced on Monday they have started disciplinary proceedings into improper conduct by Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone. The Argentinian celebrated his side's first goal in their 2-0 Champions League last 16 first win over Juventus on February 20 by grasping his genitals and thrusting out his groin.

Diego Simeone faces UEFA investigation after controversial celebration

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