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Why is there a minute's silence before Manchester United's Champions League game against Atletico Madrid?
Atletico said UEFA approved the tribute, and players will wear black armbands as Koke misses the match after his mother's death.
- Atlético Madrid captain Koke will miss Tuesday's Champions League match against Manchester United after his mother, Ana Merodio Borja, died early Tuesday in Madrid.
- UEFA authorized a moment of silence before kick-off at Metropolitano Stadium, with players wearing black armbands to honor the captain's mother. Manchester United offered immediate support for the protocol alteration.
- Koke holds Atlético's all-time appearance record under manager Diego Simeone, having joined the club at eight years old and captaining the side through a decorated era. His brother, Borja Resurrección, serves as an assistant coach for the academy.
- Flags at Metropolitano Stadium are flying at half-mast as a mark of respect for the captain's family. The match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video as scheduled.
- A moment of silence will also be observed ahead of Atlético's Youth League match, extending the club's tribute across all competitive levels and reflecting the family's deep organizational ties.
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Atletico Madrid captain Koke has been excluded from the squad for the UEFA Champions League match against Manchester United following the death of his mother. To mourn his passing, the club has decided to observe a minute of silence before the match, have the players wear black armbands, and fly the club flag at half-mast. Koke is grieving alongside his brother, a youth team coach.
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