Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Match Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds, Head to Head

A top-of-the-table clash awaits as FC Barcelona host Atletico Madrid in a crucial La Liga encounter. Both teams are level on 38 points, making this game pivotal in the title race.

 

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FC Barcelona battle out against Atletico Madrid in matchday 19 of La Liga on Sunday, December 22nd, at 1:30 AM IST. The match will be played at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. 

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Match Details

• Tournament/Series: LaLiga 2024
• Match: FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid
• Date & Time: Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 1:30 AM IST
• Live Streaming: GXR World (India), Premier Sports/ITV (UK), ESPN+ (USA), SuperSport (Nigeria)

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FC Barcelona clashes with Atletico Madrid in a top-of-the-table match in La Liga that could prove crucial for either side's title dreams. Both sit on the same 38 points, so this fixture becomes all the more important at the end of the season.

Barcelona currently leads the table by goal difference but will want to shake off the surprise of losing to Leganes in last week's league outing. With players such as Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo leading the charge, Barça will want to capitalize on home advantage at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Injuries to important players, however, pose a huge obstacle - inter alia, Marc-André ter Stegan and Lamine Yamal.

Atletico Madrid are flanked on the other side with great form as they come into the match after winning five successive matches across all competitions. The side's Best Player is Antoine Griezmann; he will play the key role in this match with Samu Alvarez, who will be important in attack. The players of Diego Simeone would be looking for nothing less than overtaking Barcelona in the title race and maintaining this impressive run.

Both teams have entertained so far with quality football this season, and thus one can expect an electrifying battle that could easily go to the wire.

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

FC Barcelona (in all competitions): L-W-D-W-L
Atletico Madrid (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches Played: 71
• FC Barcelona Wins: 36
• Atletico Madrid Wins: 18
• Draws: 17

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Probable Playing XI

FC Barcelona (4-2-3-1):
Pena; Kounde, Cubarsi, Inigo, Balde; Pedri, Casado; Raphinha, Olmo, Torres; Lewandowski

Atletico Madrid (4-4-2):
Oblak; Llorente, Gimenez, Lenglet, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Lino; Griezmann, Alvarez

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Betting Tips

1. Robert Lewandowski to score anytime – Odds: 2.00

   • Lewandowski remains Barcelona's primary goal-scoring threat and will be crucial in breaking Atletico's defense.

2. Antoine Griezmann to register over 1.5 shots on target – Odds: 1.90

   • Griezmann's exceptional form and creativity in attack make him a likely candidate to test Barcelona's defense.

3. Match Total Goals Over 2.5 – Odds: 1.85

   • Given the attacking firepower on both sides, a high-scoring game is expected.

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Match Prediction

With both teams tied on points and fighting for the top spot, this match promises to be a thrilling contest. Barcelona will look to leverage their home advantage and bounce back from their recent defeat. Players like Pedri and Lewandowski are expected to play pivotal roles.

Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, are brimming with confidence after their stellar form. Griezmann, in particular, has been a match-winner on multiple occasions this season and will pose a significant threat to Barcelona's defense.

While Atletico's consistency gives them an edge, Barcelona’s home form and superior head-to-head record make them slight favorites for this clash.

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Prediction: FC Barcelona 2-1 Atletico Madrid

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