How many trophies has Diego Simeone won as a manager?

For any football fan who began following the sport after 2010, the names "Simeone" and "Atletico Madrid" are virtually interchangeable. In an era dominated by the commercialization of the game and the transient nature of modern coaching, the bond between the Argentine strategist and the red-and-white half of Madrid is a rare anomaly of loyalty and passion. 

There are more than 5 reasons why the Atleti faithful adore him: it is the silverware he brought to a dry cabinet, the raw intensity he displays on the touchline, his unwavering dedication, and the way he elevated the club’s status from a "sleeping giant" to a perennial European powerhouse.

Perhaps the most significant achievement is how he shifted the club’s DNA. Before his arrival, Atletico was often seen as a tragic figure in Spanish football, a club destined to suffer. Simeone replaced that fatalism with "Cholismo," a gritty, defensive, and fiercely competitive philosophy. Today, no elite club in the world wants to face the "thorns" of a Simeone-led Atletico, especially in high-stakes knockout matches where every inch of grass is a battleground. To understand his impact, Spbolivescore will delve into the statistics to answer the ultimate question: How many trophies has Diego Simeone won as a manager?

How many trophies has Diego Simeone won as a manager?

Before transitioning to the dugout, Simeone enjoyed a glittering 19-year playing career (1987-2006) as a combative midfielder. He earned over 100 caps for Argentina, winning 2 Copa América titles (1991, 1993) and a Confederations Cup (1992). At the club level, he was a key figure in Atletico Madrid’s historic 1995/96 domestic double and won the Serie A title with Lazio in 2000. 

This warrior spirit as a player became the blueprint for his coaching career, which began in 2006 at Racing Club in Argentina, immediately after hanging up his boots. Over the past 20 years, he has managed seven different clubs, overseeing more than 1,000 matches as a head coach.

Simeone's managerial journey started in his homeland. At Racing Club (2006), he took over a struggling side and stabilized them, winning 10 out of 14 games in his first stint. Shortly after, he moved to Estudiantes de La Plata, where he achieved his first major coaching breakthrough. Replacing Jorge Burruchaga, Simeone led the team to their first league title in 23 years by defeating Boca Juniors in a dramatic Apertura final. He maintained a win rate of over 50%, earning him the reputation of a rising tactical genius. 

Following this success, he joined River Plate, guiding them to the 2008 Clausura title. Despite the triumph, his tenure ended on a low note as the team slumped in the subsequent tournament, leading to his resignation. He then had a brief spell at San Lorenzo before venturing to Europe with Catania in Italy (2011). In Sicily, he was tasked with saving the club from relegation. He succeeded brilliantly, helping players like Alejandro "Papu" Gomez thrive, before returning to Racing Club for a short second stint.

However, the turning point of his life occurred on December 23, 2011, when he was appointed head coach of Atletico Madrid, replacing Gregorio Manzano. Since then, he has managed over 730 games for the club, maintaining a win rate of roughly 59%. Under his guidance, Atletico broke the duopoly of Real Madrid and Barcelona. He has helped develop world-class talents like Antoine Griezmann, who became a Ballon d'Or contender, and Jan Oblak, who evolved into one of the world's best goalkeepers. 

Notable moments include the 2013/14 season, where a 1-1 draw at the Camp Nou on the final day secured the La Liga title. Even more impressively, he guided the club to 2 Europa League titles (2012, 2018) and 2 UEFA Champions League finals (2014, 2016).

Simeone’s career also has not been without heartbreak. The most painful memories remain the two Champions League final losses to arch-rivals Real Madrid. In 2014, Atletico were seconds away from glory before Sergio Ramos' 93rd-minute equalizer led to a 4-1 defeat in extra time. In 2016, the agony was repeated in a penalty shootout in Milan. 

Managerial trophy list of Simeone:

Estudiantes de La Plata: Apertura (2006)

River Plate: Clausura (2008)

Atletico Madrid:

La Liga: 2013/14, 2020/21

Copa del Rey: 2012/13

Supercopa de España: 2014

UEFA Europa League: 2011/12, 2017/18

UEFA Super Cup: 2012, 2018

Individual Awards: European Coach of the Season (2011/12), La Liga Coach of the Year (multiple times), IFFHS World's Best Club Coach (2016).

"I’m still here because I continue to believe that there’s more to come from us," Simeone recently stated. His defiance remains his greatest strength. He refuses to leave the Metropolitano until he has touched the most prestigious prize in club football, the Champions League. With a stabilized squad and a consistent run in Europe this season, the Argentine may yet find the missing piece of his puzzle. 

Whether he can add the "Big Ears" trophy to the answer of "How many trophies has Diego Simeone won as a manager?" on Spbolivescore.net remains the most compelling story in Madrid.

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