Atlético Madrid to observe minute’s silence before Manchester United match

A one-minute pause will take place at the Metropolitano stadium before kick-off in Atlético Madrid’s upcoming European clash. The club confirmed on Tuesday that this tribute honors two individuals linked to the organization.

Details of the planned tribute

The announcement, released via the club’s social media channels on Tuesday afternoon, specifies that the silence commemorates Doña Ana Merodio Borja and Borja Resurrección. Merodio Borja is identified as the mother of team captain Koke. Resurrección served as the second coach for the Juvenil A squad and died in Madrid earlier that morning.

The official statement expressed deep condolences to the families and friends of both deceased individuals, wishing them peace. This gesture precedes the competitive action between the Spanish side and their English opponents.

Context of the Champions League fixture

Diego Simeone’s squad prepares to host Manchester United in Spain’s capital for a Champions League encounter. The Rojiblancos shift their attention to continental competition following a weekend victory against Deportivo Alavés, which resumed their domestic campaign.

The match marks the next outing for the La Liga giants, who are set to return to action later in the evening after observing the requested moment of respect.