Koke urges media to leave Julián Álvarez in peace after Liverpool loss

Atlético Madrid captain Koke has called on the media to stop piling pressure on forward Julián Álvarez. Speaking on Wednesday after the 2-1 Champions League defeat to Liverpool, Koke said the Argentine must be left "in peace" so he can "play, enjoy himself, and do his job." The captain's plea comes as scrutiny builds around the club's record signing. Koke did not expand on the specifics driving his comments. Atlético now turn their attention back to domestic action as they look to move on from the European defeat.