One of the biggest rivalry in the Spanish league is between Atletico and Barcelona, as Alley Sport brings Barcelona predicted lineup vs Atletico Madrid and insights to the blockbuster clash.
The Blaugrana have had their worst start to the La Liga season since the 1988 season of the Spanish League, which sees them in the 6th position after 6 games. The Catalan club have secured 3 wins and 3 draws in this season, an unbeaten run which seems to be broken as they face the likes of Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Valencia over the month of October. They would have to perform strategically to ensure that they do not loss these vital games and be in the title challenge.
Barcelona predicted lineup vs Atletico Madrid: Preview
Barcelona had a welcoming win against Levante after successive draws against Cadiz and Granada. They beat Levante 3-0 at the Camp Nou, with new signings Memphis Depay and Luuk de Jong on the scoresheet, and their new number 10, Ansu Fati, scoring a goal on his return to this Barca side. Barcelona hope to carry this form against Atletico Madrid, who have struggled in the past couple of weeks as both teams look to aim for the Spanish crown.
Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Prediction
Barcelona playing against fierce rivals Atletico Madrid has always been one of the most interesting encounters in the La Liga calendar. However, the dynamics of the encounter have not been the same, with Atletico Madrid being a stronger unit, while Barcelona struggling in the early stages of the season. In our prediction, we expect the game to be a 1-1 draw between the sides, as Atletico have been also struggling with goals, while Ronald Koeman hoping to keep his job.
Barcelona predicted lineup vs Atletico Madrid: Latest Team News
Sergio Aguero and Ousmanne Dembele remain the major absentees for the Barcelona side, with Martin Braithwaite also on the sidelines. The return of Ansu Fati has been a big boost for the Barca side, as Frenkie de Jong also returns after serving his suspension. Another big boost for Barcelona is that the likes of Pedri and Jordi Alba have returned to training with the first team, and could potentially appear for the crucial game against Atletico Madrid
Barcelona predicted lineup vs Atletico Madrid
Here’s our Barcelona predicted lineup vs Atletico Madrid-
Formation: 4-3-3
GK: Marc Andre Ter Stegen
LB: Jordi Alba
CB: Gerard Pique
CB: Ronald Araujo
RB: Sergino Dest
LM: Frenkie de Jong
CM: Sergio Busquets
RM: Pedri
LW: Ansu Fati
ST: Memphis Depay
RW: Luuk de Jong
Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Livestream
La Liga will be broadcasted live in India on the Viacom18 Entertainment Network, streamed live on the MTV Channel (Sunday, 3rd October, 12:30 AM IST). UK fans can catch the game on La Liga TV and Free Sports, who are the official broadcasters of the Spanish La Liga in the United Kingdom. ESPN+ hold the broadcasting rights for the United States viewers.
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