Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 02.04.2025

• Date and Time: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 21:30 GMT+1
• Venue: Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Preview and Team News

Atlético Madrid News

Atlético Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Espanyol in Cornellà after an error by Clément Lenglet in the 71st minute. The Frenchman has been reliable throughout the season, but this match was an exception. The team never recovered from his mistake, allowing the rivals to equalize from the penalty spot.

The hosts needed a win to stay in the La Liga race, especially after their Champions League elimination by Real Madrid. The 1-1 draw leaves Atlético Madrid nine points behind leaders Barcelona and seven off second-placed Real Madrid.

All over in Barcelona. pic.twitter.com/Hk2LZKy2KC

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 29, 2025

Julián Álvarez, José María Giménez, and Rodrigo De Paul were unavailable due to international duty in South America. Although Antoine Griezmann dropped deep to help the team progress, players like Lino lacked precision on the wings to break Espanyol’s block. Despite creating numerous chances, few shots managed to get past goalkeeper Joan García. 

Back in action! pic.twitter.com/52waaZDJIy

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 29, 2025

Robin Le Normand, who suffered a head knock earlier this season, was forced off against Espanyol after another blow to the head. His availability for Wednesday remains uncertain. Koke is sidelined due to an injury.

Atlético Madrid predicted line-up vs Barcelona

Atlético Madrid predicted line-up vs Barcelona (4-4-2): Oblak; Azpilicueta, Lenglet, Giménez, Llorente; Lino, Gallagher, Barrios, Simeone; Sørloth, Griezmann.

Barcelona Team News

Barcelona used the international break to play their postponed match against Osasuna, which had been delayed after the passing of a medical staff member. 

Despite the absence of South American players like Raphinha, Barcelona secured a 3-0 victory. However, the success sparked controversy due to Iñigo Martínez’s participation. Although he had withdrawn from Spain’s squad, he played against Osasuna, leading to an open statement questioning the legality of his involvement. 

🚨| BREAKING: Osasuna are considering filing a complaint against Barça for an IMPROPER lineup (related to Iñigo Martinez)

According to the rules, if a player is withdrawn from the national team, they are not allowed to play for their club within the first five days after the…

— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) March 27, 2025

In Sunday’s event against Girona, Hansi Flick deployed Eric Garcia as a replacement for Frenkie de Jong, on the bench following international duty. His men dominated the game, winning 4-1 thanks to a brace from Robert Lewandowski. 

Hansi Flick’s greatest challenge will be to decide when to rotate, given that they’ll play against Atlético Madrid, Real Betis, and Dortmund in the next ten days. 

While Barcelona are still on for the treble, their limited squad depth will force Flick to make decisions, especially as Lamine Yamal featured in Spain’s matches and will need rest. 

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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 31, 2025

With no obvious replacement for him and Dani Olmo, Flick must manage his charges carefully to avoid further injuries that could derail Barcelona’s season.

Andreas Christensen, Dani Olmo, Marc Bernal, Marc Casadó, and Marc-André Ter Stegen remain out due to injuries.

Barcelona predicted line-up vs Atlético Madrid

Barcelona predicted line-up vs Atlético Madrid (4-2-3-1): Szczęsny; Balde, Cubarsí, Araújo, Koundé; Pedri, de Jong; Raphinha, López, Yamal; Lewandowski.

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona United Head-to-Head Statistics

Aside from El Clásico, this rivalry has been the most important in La Liga. Out of 58 games, Barcelona won 33 times while Atlético Madrid claimed 12 wins. The two teams drew on 13 occasions, with the latest one last month, a 4-4 draw.

Barcelona dominated the meeting, leading 2-0, but dropped points in the last quarter of the match, as Atlético Madrid came back to 4-4. Diego Simeone’s men last defeated Barcelona in La Liga in December 2024, winning 2-1 despite being outplayed.

🎙️ HANSI FLICK: “Now we are really in a good moment and the matches now show that many players have played and have minutes.” #BarçaGirona pic.twitter.com/Ww2o31ZUrZ

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 31, 2025

Flick’s squad won their most recent encounter 4-2 two weeks ago. Despite dominating, they trailed 2-0 with fifteen minutes remaining in the first half. However, goals from Lewandowski, Ferrán Torres, and Lamine Yamal secured a 4-2 victory in additional time.

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Player Focus

While Antoine Griezmann would seem to be the obvious choice, Sørloth has tormented Barcelona in the past. He claimed he knew he would score against them in December (when Atlético won 2-1). There is little doubt he’ll come with similar spirits at the match on Wednesday, counting on the support of the Metropolitano.

BIG WIN 🔥 pic.twitter.com/f0qgBYlILa

— Lamine Yamal 🇪🇸 (@Lamineeyamal__) March 30, 2025

On Barcelona’s side, Yamal will once again be the choice. Atlético play well in the wings, but both of their wing-backs find it tricky to defend against counterattacks. Lino struggles to make an impact against Espanyol, which could be the ideal scenario for Lamine to dominate his flank. 

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Analysis

Diego Simeone is yet to find a viable strategy against Barcelona under Hansi Flick. Although results ranged from victory to defeat through a questionable draw, the guests dominated every encounter. Simeone will want to take advantage of the Metropolitano to change that, counting on the support of the fans.

Barcelona’s tactics are known, but remain difficult to stop. They’re likely to rely on the Pedri-Lamine Yamal-Lewandowski chain to create an advantage. Raphinha was always a difficult element to control in the penalty box.

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Prediction

• Prediction: Barcelona to win
• Odds: 2.39 (22Bet)
• Score Prediction: Atlético Madrid 1-2 Barcelona

Atlético need a win more than Barcelona, but it’s unlikely to happen on Wednesday.. Simeone’s team are almost certainly out of the La Liga race after the 1-1 debacle against Espanyol, and must win the Copa del Rey to avoid a trophyless season. 

However, they’ll face a difficult opponent who have thrived against them, even at the Metropolitano. 

Lewandowski scores again as Pichichi and Golden Shoe chase heats up. 🤜🤛

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 31, 2025

A lot also depends on whether the South Americans make it for the match, but chances are that they’ll remain insufficient against Barcelona. The Catalans have not lost to Atlético Madrid since late December.

Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona Betting Tip

• Pick: Ferrán Torres to score
• Odds: 3.95 (22Bet)

While Lewandowski and Yamal are expected to score, Ferrán Torres has established himself as a reliable supersub in the second half. 

Despite limited starts, he’s contributed over 20 goals and assists, underscoring his importance when teammates tire. It would hardly be surprising if he were to land on the scoresheet once more.

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