Key Takeaways:
- Koke featured in his 700th official match for Atlético Madrid during the club’s 1:0 win away at Getafe
- The 33-year-old has now spent 7 seasons as Atlético’s captain, second only to Enrique Collar’s 10-season record from 1959-1969
- Koke joined Atlético’s Academy at age eight and has won two La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey, two Europa Leagues, two UEFA Super Cups, and one Spanish Super Cup since debuting in 2009
Koke’s Historic Milestone
Koke set another milestone in his distinguished career this week as he made his 700th official appearance for Atlético Madrid during their 1:0 away triumph over Getafe. The 33-year-old midfielder further extended his record as the player with the most appearances in the club’s history.
Leadership and Longevity
In addition to his outstanding appearance tally, Koke has served as Atlético’s captain for 7 seasons, which places him second in the club’s all-time rankings for captaincy longevity. Only Enrique Collar has worn the armband for more seasons, with a record 10 between 1959 and 1969.
We’re so proud of you, Capi ❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/4sWvVUz5Dx
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) November 23, 2025
| Player | Seasons as Atlético Captain | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Enrique Collar | 10 | 1959-1969 |
| Koke | 7 | 2018-? |
From Academy Graduate to Multi-Trophy Winner
Having joined Atlético’s Academy at just eight years of age, Koke made his first-team debut on 19 September 2009 against Barcelona. Over a 17-year period with the club, he has built up a trophy cabinet that includes two La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey, two Europa League titles, two UEFA Super Cups, and one Spanish Super Cup.
“Congratulations on this remarkable achievement and keep making history, captain!” wrote the club.
