Giuliano Simeone returns to Vitoria after international duty

Giuliano Simeone returns to Vitoria in good form after making his way back to Madrid at the end of Argentina’s international camp. The forward had been called up for the Albiceleste’s friendlies, all played in the Americas. He did not feature in the final match, against Benin, which was Leo Messi’s last game for his national team. Giuliano Simeone has provided 19 assists for Atlético.

Vitoria was his home for a year. After suffering a serious injury in the summer, he finished that spell as a starter and earned the chance to return to Atlético and stay with the first team. On Saturday, he will be back at Mendizorroza, where he played at home last season. He scored for Atlético there in a match that ended in a draw, after a difficult evening for the team.

Giuliano also found the net for Argentina a few days ago. In September, his quiet, hard-working approach helped earn him a nomination for Atlético’s player of the month. He stood out in the derby, winning a penalty that led to Huijsen’s dismissal before setting up Jonathan David for the second goal. His return to Vitoria carries added significance at a ground where he established himself before rejoining Atlético.