Atletico Madrid and Athletic Bilbao are set to battle at the Wanda Metropolitano in a high-stakes La Liga showdown on Saturday evening. With both teams firmly in the title race, this clash could have significant implications for the top-four battle and European qualification.
Atletico Madrid sit third in the standings, just a point behind league leaders Barcelona. Diego Simeone’s side are in contention for multiple trophies, with upcoming Champions League and Copa del Rey fixtures adding to their packed schedule.
Athletic Bilbao, meanwhile, enter this fixture fresh off a dominant 7-1 win over Real Valladolid. Ernesto Valverde’s squad are fourth in the league, six points off the top and eager to secure a return to the Champions League for the first time in over a decade.
Team selection will be key, with Atletico potentially missing Koke but otherwise boasting a strong squad. Samuel Lino and Jan Oblak are expected to return to the lineup, while Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez will likely lead the attack.
With both teams desperate for points, this promises to be a tightly contested affair. Athletic’s unbeaten streak gives them confidence, but Atletico’s home dominance under Simeone makes them slight favorites. Expect a close battle, with Atletico Madrid possibly edging a narrow 1-0 victory.
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