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Atlético remain well-represented in summer competitions

An update on how Atleti players are getting on at their respective international tournaments

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Still playing:

Augusto Fernández, Nicolás Gaitán, Matías Kranevitter

The three newest members of Atlético Madrid's stable of midfield horses are still in the running for the Copa America, as their Argentina side have advanced to a semifinal against the United States on Tuesday in Houston. Augusto has started three of four games for his country, picking up one booking in the process. Gaitán, just announced earlier this week, has been named to Tata Martino's XI twice and was key in the 2-1 win over Chile. Kranevitter started Argentina's 3-0 win over Bolivia.

Juanfran and Koke

The former has started both of Spain's victories in EURO 2016 and has played well, as ever. Koke played 19 minutes against Turkey. Thanks to the dominant 3-0 result against the Turks, Spain are in great position to clinch top spot in Group D.

Antoine Griezmann

Griezmann scored the winner against Albania after a difficult opening game vs. Romania. With France's progression assured, Didier Deschamps could elect to start Griezmann on the bench for a second consecutive game; les Bleus play Switzerland this evening.

Yannick Carrasco

Updated June 22: Carrasco started both of Belgium's last two group games - both wins for Marc Wilmots' men. Belgium won Group E and will face Hungary in the Round of 16.

On vacation:

Diego Godín and José Maria Giménez

The Uruguayan center backs endured a frustrating Copa America, losing a wild game to Mexico in Glendale before a shocking 0-1 to Venezuela in Philadelphia. The duo started all three games for Luis Suárez-less Uruguay. While they are surely disappointed at the early exit, Atlético fans will be pleased that Godín and Joséma will get extra rest before preseason preparations begin.

Filipe Luís

Another Atleti stalwart who logged a lot of kilometers last season and will get some R&R after Brazil's stunning exit from the Copa America. Filipe played well throughout Brazil's three games, but a stalemate vs. Ecuador and a Hand of God goal against Peru sealed his country's Copa fate.