Atlético seeks to solidify its league path against a revitalized Celta
Atlético de Madrid prepares to host Celta de Vigo at the Metropolitano, in a crucial LaLiga match. After an outstanding group stage in the Champions League, Simeone’s team enjoyed a week without European commitments, recharging their batteries to face the challenges ahead.
With the league red-hot, where Atlético is one step away from the leadership, there is no room for error. The team needs to rediscover victory after scoring only five points in the last four matchdays. Despite this small bump, the general dynamic is positive.
Atlético has harvested 19 wins in its last 22 matches, demonstrating its strength. In addition, recent history favors the ‘Colchoneros’, who have chained seven consecutive victories against Celta and have not lost in their last 12 duels.
The first leg already demonstrated the difficulty of the rival, with an agonizing victory for Atlético in the last breath. Simeone recovers Robin Le Normand for this match, reinforcing the defense.
The starting eleven is expected to be similar to that of the last few matchdays, with Oblak in goal and the lethal duo of Julián Álvarez and Griezmann in attack. For its part, Celta arrives at the Metropolitano after a revitalizing victory against Betis, although with an irregular recent history. The good news for the Galicians is the return of Iago Aspas, a key player in their offensive scheme. Atlético will seek to consolidate its position in the table and continue fighting for the title.
