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Atletico Madrid's pursuit of silverware has hit a significant snag. On Friday, January 23, 2026, the club officially confirmed that their talismanic forward, Antoine Griezmann, has suffered a low-grade muscle injury in his left thigh.
The injury occurred during a training session at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano earlier today. While "low-grade" usually suggests a minor setback, the timing is far from ideal for Diego Simeone’s side as they enter a congested winter schedule.
The "Grizou" Impact: What Atleti Will Miss
Despite being 34, Griezmann remains the focal point of the Atletico attack. His absence leaves a void that is difficult to fill:
Production: Griezmann has already netted 10 goals in 30 appearances across all competitions this season.
Creativity: He leads the team in "big chances created" and remains the primary link between the midfield and the striker duo of Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sørloth.
Clutch Factor: Just two days ago, he came off the bench to help secure a vital 1–1 draw against Galatasaray in Istanbul, marking Diego Simeone's 150th European match as manager.
The Recovery Timeline
While the club has not specified a return date, a typical low-grade thigh strain usually requires 10 to 14 days of rehabilitation.
Expected Missed Matches,Competition,Date
RCD Mallorca (H),La Liga,Jan 25
Bodø/Glimt (H),Champions League,Jan 28
Levante (A),La Liga,Jan 31
Real Betis (A),Copa del Rey,Feb 5
The club's medical staff hope to have him back for the home clash against Real Betis on February 8, though a cautious return against Rayo Vallecano (Feb 15) is also a possibility.