Atlético in public dig at Real Madrid over Fede Valverde: ‘We want to congratulate you’
The social media team at La Liga giants Atlético Madrid have caused quite the stir across the Spanish media late on Friday evening. This comes courtesy of a post taking firm aim at arch rivals Real ...
Atlético Madrid has taken a public jab at their rivals Real Madrid after the latter's midfielder, Fede Valverde, announced his full recovery from a serious ankle injury. The Spanish football giants posted a sarcastic message on their official social media platforms, congratulating Real Madrid for "proving that 100% of the world medical community was wrong."
The Uruguayan player had suffered a Grade 3 sprain during the Madrid Derby, leaving Real Madrid fans furious as Lee Kang-in escaped a potential red card for the challenge. Valverde is now fit and available for selection, much to the delight of Atlético's social media team.
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