Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 04.03.2025

• Date and Time: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid, Spain

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Preview and Team News

Real Madrid Team News

Real Madrid failed to make it into the top eight of the Champions League. However, in the playoffs, they beat Man City convincingly with an aggregate score of 6-3. 

Nevertheless, their problems in La Liga continue. In the previous round, Carlo Ancelotti’s men lost 2-1 against Betis. Despite an early lead, they failed to deliver anything significant, producing only 2 shots on target. The loss leaves them three points behind the leaders, Barcelona. 

Their main problem is on the right flank, where Dani Carvajal is still injured. Also, Jude Bellingham is suspended ahead of the clash. The English midfielder picked up a yellow card in the second leg against Man City.

Real Madrid predicted lineup vs Atlético Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois; Vazquez, Rudiger, Asensio, Mendy; Modric, Camavinga, Tchouameni; Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius.

Atlético Madrid Team News

Unlike their opponents, Atletico didn’t have to play additional matches in the Champions League. They suffered two defeats in the first three rounds against Benfica and Lille, but then grabbed five victories in a row.

This season, Atletico are more focused on attack. During the group stage, they scored 20 goals, being third after Barcelona and Borussia. However, Diego Simeone’s men will play defensively at Santiago Bernabéu. 

The visitors approach the match with an almost optimal lineup. Only Koke and Cesar Azpilicueta are injured. However, they’re not considered regular starters and Diego should do well without them.

Atlético Madrid predicted lineup vs Real Madrid (4-4-2): Oblak; Llorente, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Lino; Griezmann, Alvarez.

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Head-to-Head Statistics 

Real Madrid and Atletico have a long history of H2H matches. This season, the teams have tied twice (1-1) in La Liga. Seven of their previous 10 head-to-head meetings ended in a draw in regular time. 

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Player Focus 

Kylian Mbappe is gradually finding his form, and we expect the French superstar to shine in the upcoming clash. He and Vinicius have seven goals to their tally in the Champions League.

As for Atletico, the main threat will obviously come from the duo of Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann. They have the same amount of goals scored in the current CL campaign (6).

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Tactical Analysis 

Ancelotti has alternated between 4-2-3-1 and 4-3-3. However, we think the Italian coach will use the latter formation against Atletico. Helll try to pressure the visitors’ full back as much as possible.

As for Diego Simeone, his preferred strategy has been 4-4-2. He’ll focus mainly on the defence and minimise the dangers coming from Real’s front three. 

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Prediction 

• Football pick: Atletico or Draw
• Odds: 1.89 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Real Madrid 1-1 Atlético Madrid

Real Madrid are currently experiencing problems with the squad. Dani Ceballos, having the best season of his career, has picked up a muscle injury, and Jude Bellingham will miss the match due to yellow cards. 

Without them against Betis, they did not create many chances, producing only 1.15 xG. Ancelotti’s men should perform better at home, but Atletico are currently in excellent form and have not lost since January 18. 

❝The team is very excited and looking forward to playing this type of game❞.

— De Paul 🎙️ pic.twitter.com/ZBXdH1iMjg

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 3, 2025

At the same time, three of the five previous meetings with the guests ended in a draw. We think that this match will be a close one. Our first pick in the game would be Atletico or a draw. 

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid Betting Tip 

• Football Pick: Both Teams to Score
• Odds: 1.78 (22Bet)

The sides have frequently exchanged goals. For instance, in the last nine head-to-head outings, both teams scored. Two of them have already taken place this season.

However, neither Real Madrid nor Atletico have scored more than one goal against each other since January last year. During this time, they played three matches against each other, and all of them ended with a score of 1-1. 

We don’t think that the host giants will change tradition, and the fans will see goals. Our second pick for this clash would be both sides to score. 

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