Jan Oblak

Jan Oblak is a prominent Slovenian goalkeeper who plays for Atletico Madrid. He is newsworthy because he missed a recent Madrid derby, breaking a long streak of appearances in these high-profile matches dating back to February 7, 2015. This absence, alongside that of Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois, marked the first time in over 11 years and 34 derbies that neither goalkeeper participated. The article highlights the historical significance of Oblak's consistent presence in these matches. While Atletico Madrid lost to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal, setting up a Real Madrid vs Barcelona final, Oblak's absence from the derby is a significant point of discussion, emphasizing his importance to Atletico Madrid and the rarity of him missing such a key fixture.