D. Simeone

Argentina · Manager · Atletico Madrid

20y In management

7 Clubs

1 Countries

11 Titles

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match reportThe GuardianOfficial source· 21 Sept 2026

Mourinho's print-out and paranoia as Atlético beat Real

Thirteen years after their last derby, Mourinho faced Simeone again — and brought a piece of paper to the press room.

opinionCaughtOffsideRumour source· 21 Sept 2026

Simeone Salutes Barcelona as Europe's Hottest Team

Atletico's boss can only watch in awe as Hansi Flick's Barcelona tear through Europe.

off pitchGiveMeSportEstablished source· 20 Sept 2026

Simeone Fires Back at Mourinho Over Derby Referee Rant

Mourinho attacked the referee after the Madrid derby — and Simeone has now responded.

previewBBC SportOfficial source· 20 Sept 2026

Personal info

Role: Manager
Full name: Diego Pablo Simeone González
Born: 28 Apr 1970 (age 56)
Birthplace: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Nationality: Argentina
Clubs managed: 7
Current club: Atletico Madrid

Overview

Diego Simeone is an Argentine football coach, born on 28 April 1970. He is currently the manager of Atlético Madrid. Simeone began his managerial career in Argentina, taking charge of Estudiantes in 2006, followed by River Plate in 2007, and later San Lorenzo in 2008. He also managed Racing Club in 2010. In 2011, he moved to Europe to manage Italian side Catania, but left later that year to return to Argentina. In December 2011, he was appointed head coach of Atlético Madrid. Under his leadership, the club has established itself as a consistent force in Spanish and European football.

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Top headlines

Man City fight back to defeat Arsenal in thriller!

Mourinho and Simeone renew Madrid derby rivalry

Two fiery managers meet again in the Spanish capital after more than a decade apart.

opinionGiveMeSportEstablished source· 19 Sept 2026

Simeone Names His Ballon d'Or Pick

The Atletico Madrid boss has made his choice after facing Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe in 2026.

Sky Sports · 4 Oct 2026

Man City fight back to plunge Arsenal and Slegers further into the mire

Sky Sports · 4 Oct 2026

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Sky Sports · 4 Oct 2026

'We fought for every ball' - Hemp reacts to Man City's thrilling win over Arsenal

BBC Sport · 4 Oct 2026

Hemp's composed finish gives Man City their third

Sky Sports · 4 Oct 2026

Shaw seals Manchester City’s thrilling 4-2 win over Arsenal to keep up 100% WSL run

The Guardian · 4 Oct 2026

'What a way to announce yourself' | Casparij draws City level with sublime strike!

Sky Sports · 4 Oct 2026

Tuchel says Alex Scott’s emergence gives England – and Rice – ‘high level’ competition

The Guardian · 4 Oct 2026