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Atlético de Madrid Women's team warms up: the Ciudad de Alcalá trophy presented

The Alcalá de Henares City Council has presented this award, in which Víctor Martín's team will be warming up their engines.

Atlético de Madrid is preparing for a season that seems essential to achieve all its objectives. Víctor Martín's team, who aspire to reach the group stage of the Champions League, are clear that they need to evolve. Therefore, they are aware that they must reach the preliminary round in the best possible condition.

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The official presentation of the tournament took place yesterday | Atlético de Madrid Femenino

After having faced commitments such as the Women's Cup , where they reached the final, this Saturday they face a new challenge. Starting at 10.30 in the morning, the red-and-whites will face Ajax . The reason? The dispute of a new edition of the Ciudad de Alcalá trophy, which usually serves as a presentation.

The City of Alcalá trophy recognized, with Atlético de Madrid present

Earlier this week, the trophy was presented at the Town Hall in Madrid. This year's edition is the fourth time that a tournament has been held in which Atlético de Madrid has a lot to say. This year, it is a good opportunity for its players to make a notable impact.

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Ana Vitória was present at the event | Atlético de Madrid Femenino

The Mayor of Alcalá de Henares , Judith Piquet , was in charge of presiding over this event. “This trophy will give us the opportunity to enjoy, one more month of August, the best elite women's football in Europe .” With these words, she wanted to praise the work carried out by Atlético de Madrid on the pitch.

Piquet said that this is “a great privilege for the city, which has been hosting this pioneering event in our country for four years. As the first major international women's football tournament in pre-season,” she said in a statement sent to the media. In this way, she wanted to highlight the importance of this award for the city.

The mayor of Alcalá de Henares highlights the importance of the trophy in which Atlético de Madrid participates

“This trophy also comes at an important time for Alcalá , as it coincides with the start of its Fairs.” In this way, he makes it clear that it becomes “another attraction to enjoy the city on its big days.”

“This event allows us to strengthen ties with two very important institutions for Alcalá and for this City Council .” From its point of view, the Council “understands sport as a dynamic element of our society and our economy.”

Atlético de Madrid, to take a significant step forward

After learning about the Liga F schedule, where they hope to play a prominent role, the Colchoneras want more. They dream of returning to the European elite, so they must be focused from the first minute. Only in this way will they be able to achieve all their objectives in the upcoming season.

It won't be an easy season, as the season is expected to be very demanding, but they are not afraid of challenges. This is their great opportunity and they are ready to do anything to achieve all their goals. Only in this way will they be able to become the great alternative to FC Barcelona and Real Madrid .