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Atletico Madrid captain Koke to miss Manchester United clash after mother's death
October 13, 2026 at 02:35 PM
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Atletico Madrid have announced the death of captain Koke's mother, Anna Merodio Borja, and confirmed the midfielder will miss the Champions League match against Manchester United.
- Atletico announced that Anna Merodio Borja, mother of captain Koke, died this morning in Madrid.
- The club confirmed the 34-year-old midfielder will not take part in the Champions League match at the Metropolitano.
- Atletico said UEFA approved its request for a minute of silence and black armbands during the match and the Youth Champions League fixture.
- The club lowered its red-and-white flag to half-mast at the Metropolitano in tribute.




