Diego Costa injures ankle in Atletico Madrid friendly

By: The Associated Press Posted: 3:45 PM CDT Tuesday, May. 21, 2019 Last Modified: 3:45 PM CDT Tuesday, May. 21, 2019

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MADRID - Atletico Madrid says Diego Costa sprained his left ankle in the team's 2-1 loss in a friendly against Beitar Jerusalem on Tuesday.

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MADRID - Atletico Madrid says Diego Costa sprained his left ankle in the team's 2-1 loss in a friendly against Beitar Jerusalem on Tuesday.

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MADRID – Atletico Madrid says Diego Costa sprained his left ankle in the team’s 2-1 loss in a friendly against Beitar Jerusalem on Tuesday.

Costa left the field on a stretcher in the first half of the match in Jerusalem, which marked his return to the squad after missing the final part of the season because of a suspension.

Atletico says initial tests showed no bone damage in the striker’s ankle. More exams will be conducted after the team returns to Madrid to assess any possible ligament damage.

FILE - In this Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 file photo, Atletico forward Diego Costa reacts after missing to score during the Champions League round of 16 first leg soccer match between Atletico Madrid and Juventus at Wanda Metropolitano stadium in Madrid. Atletico Madrid says Diego Costa sprained his left ankle in the team‚Äôs 2-1 loss in a friendly at Beitar Jerusalem on Tuesday May 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez, File)

The setback was the latest for Costa in a season marred by injuries and lacklustre performances.

Atletico’s goal in the friendly was scored by Antoine Griezmann in his last match with the Spanish club. The France forward has decided to leave Atletico but is yet to announce his new club for next season.