Espanyol vs Atlético Madrid Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 29.03.2025

• Date and Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, 15:15 GMT+1
• Venue: RCDE Stadium, Cornellà de Llobregat, Spain

Espanyol vs Atlético Madrid Preview and Team News

Espanyol Team News

Espanyol produced another lacklustre performance in the last round of LaLiga, losing 2-1 against Mallorca on the road. They had only two shots and 0.22 xG, with almost no creativity on the offence. Even with such a display, the squad had a chance to secure a draw, but Vedat Muriqi scored a penalty in the 97th minute from his second try.

Following their defeat, Espanyol are currently 15th, only one point ahead of the relegation zone. Similar to previous seasons, they’ll be involved in fierce competition to stay afloat in the Spanish top-tier.

Pol Lozano served his suspension and will return for Saturday’s game. Alvaro Tejero, Jose Gragera, and Fernando Pacheco are still sidelined. 

Espanyol predicted lineup vs Atlético Madrid

Espanyol predicted lineup vs Atlético Madrid: (4-4-2): Garcia; Romero, Cabrera, Kumbulla, Hilali; Puado, Gonzalez, Lozano, Jofre; Jaen, Kral. 

Atlético Madrid Team News

Atlético had a tough week. Within four days, they were eliminated from the Champions League and then lost a crucial LaLiga duel against Barcelona (2-4) after being 2-0 ahead. Diego Simeone’s men looked visibly exhausted and devastated, surrendering in the later stages of the event.

After the loss, Atlético are now third, four points behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand. This was their second consecutive defeat. While there are 10 more rounds to go, they’ll need more resources to keep up with their rivals.

Angel Correa serves a five-match suspension after receiving a red card against Getafe and will not feature this weekend. Koke is injured, but the Spanish midfielder has returned to training. 

Atlético Madrid predicted lineup vs Espanyol

Atlético Madrid predicted lineup vs Espanyol: (4-4-2): Oblak; Molina, Le Normand, Gimenez, Mandava; Simeone, de Paul, Barrios, Lino; Griezmann, Alvarez. 

Espanyol vs Atlético Madrid Prediction 

• Pick: Atlético to Win
• Odds: 1.54 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Espanyol 0-2 Atlético Madrid

Despite recent failures, Atlético are still one of the best sides in LaLiga. After losing two fixtures in a row, they’ll look forward to getting back in form immediately. It’s the perfect opportunity against struggling Espanyol.

If we take a look at the H2H stats, Atlético have won three out of the last seven matches. The hosts are formidable opponents for them, but the visitors know exactly how to play against such a team.

With a fully optimal squad, we think that the guests will be able to end their terrible streak and grab a victory. Hence, our first betting tip in this game is Atlético to win.

Espanyol vs Atlético Madrid Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Both Teams to Score – No
• Odds: 1.65 (22Bet)

Espanyol have one of the worst attacks in LaLiga. After Getafe and Valladolid, they’re tied with Leganes in terms of the lowest number of goals scored in the championship (26). 

Moreover, based on the xG stats throughout the season, they are last with 0.98. Against every club, they lack intensity in the offence, which results in plenty of goalless matches.

Atlético, on the other hand, have the best defence, with only 22 goals conceded. We think they’ll have no issues containing Espanyol’s attacks and will keep a clean sheet. However, we will suggest picking a less risky option, which is both teams not to score. 

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