On February 8, 2025, all eyes shift to Santiago Bernabéu for the anticipated La Liga showdown, Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid. Both title hopefuls face off in a match that promises explosive action.

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid: Match Preview

After losing 1-0 to Espanyol Real Madrid prepares to challenge Atlético Madrid who won 2-0 against Mallorca. Los Blancos need to defend their home ground making this Madrid derby extremely important.

However, injuries plague Carlo Ancelotti’s squad. With Antonio Rüdiger, Eduardo Camavinga, Eder Militao, and Dani Carvajal unable to play Real Madrid might start Raul Asencio. Diego Simeone leads Atlético Madrid towards their fourth successive victorious away match.

Recent Form Guide

Real Madrid (WWWWLW)

Los Blancos enter this match following their dramatic 2-3 Copa del Rey win against Leganés. Luka Modrić scored at 18 minutes followed by Endrick at 25 minutes and Gonzalo García at 90 minutes during the match. The team’s defensive weaknesses became apparent as they let in five goals across their most recent six matches.

Key pre-game facts:

• Unbeaten in their last four league home games.
• Atlético Madrid defeated Real Madrid in all four previous league matches between the teams.
• The team allowed opponents to score at least one goal during five of their most recent six matches.

Atlético Madrid (LWDWWW)

Atlético recently secured a 5-0 Copa del Rey victory against Getafe. The match’s attacking strength was shown through goals by Giuliano Simeone at both the 8th and 17th minutes, Samuel Lino at the 42nd minute, Ángel Correa at the 78th minute and Alexander Sørloth at the 86th minute. Their defense has shown remarkable resilience by allowing only four goals in their past six games.

Key pre-game facts:

• Unbeaten against Real Madrid in their last two away matches.
• Poor away record, failing to win at Santiago Bernabéu in their last eight league visits.
• Solid defense, conceding just four goals in their last six matches.

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid: Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Mendy, Asencio, Tchouaméni, Vázquez; Valverde, Ceballos; Vinicius, Mbappé, Rodrygo; Bellingham.

Atlético Madrid (4-4-2): Musso; Llorente, Gimenez, Witsel, Azpilicueta; Correa, Gallagher, Koke, Lino; Sorloth, Griezmann.

Betting Opportunities and Key Odds

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Real Madrid stands as the clear favourite to win the much-awaited match. At this point in time, the odds in StarBet – are:

• Real Madrid win: 1.88
• Draw: 3.65
• Atlético Madrid win: 4.10
• Both teams to score: Likely, given Madrid’s defensive struggles.

Historical stats to consider:

• The first-round match ended Atlético Madrid 1-1 Real Madrid.
• Out of their last five derby encounters (including extra time and penalties), Real Madrid secured only one victory.

Final Prediction: Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid

Expect a closely contested battle, with both teams finding the net. Real Madrid should triumph due to their home advantage and superior attacking capabilities.

Predicted Score: Real Madrid 2-1 Atlético Madrid.

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