Lariga: Atletico Madrid v Barcelona: lineup, statistics, preview
Match preview of Atletico Madrid v Barcelona
There will be a big game on Lariga’s cards on Sunday, just as Atletico Madrid welcomes Barcelona to the Spanish capital.
Hansi Flick’s side sits above the division, one point ahead of third-place Atletico, and joins the bonnet after Champions League action throughout the week.
Diego Simeone and Co were heartbroken against their rivals Real Madrid, lost to a penalty and were dumped once again by the Los Blancos.
And there’s no doubt that after the post-match press conference after the Simeone explosion, manager Argentine will fire his players for this huge match.
Barcelona had the match at Atletico and their victory at Wanderdam Tropolitano put them in a strong position to move away from the red and white rankings.
And Atletico actually lost last time, falling to a 2-1 defeat to Getafe. It was a setback in their title chase, but they can update their ambitions with Sunday’s victory.
However, Barcelona has the highest away record in Lariga this season, scoring 30 points from 14 games on the road.
The flick men can still secure treble after they compete in the Champions League quarterfinals.
On top of that, the visitors won 3-0 on their final trip to Atletico.
Training session before Atleti-FC Barcelona pic.twitter.com/buwkyff9ua
– Atletico de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 14, 2025
Atletico Madrid v Barcelona team news
Atletico is not without Ange Correa, who was suspended last week following his red card against Getafe.
Cork is unsure, but Rodrigo de Paul is evaluated after picking up a knock in the Madrid Derby.
For Barcelona, Mark Vernal and Mark Andre Ter Stegen are missing due to long-term knee injuries.
Andreas Christensen was able to make his comeback after overcoming his injuries.
However, Flick still has the decision to create for his starting XI, along with Inigo Martinez, who has just signed a new contract, and Dani Olmo, who may come for a match at Madrid.
Atletico Madrid v Barcelona’s forecast lineup
Madrid Atletico: Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Lenglet, Reinildo; from Simeone, Paul, Barrios, Gallagher. Griezmann, Alvarez
Barcelona: szczesny; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Balde; de John, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Lafina; Lewandowski
Here’s the plans for this Sunday.#Athletarichttps://t.co/06eq4mkskm
-FC Barcelona (@fcbarcelona) March 14, 2025
How to watch Atletico Madrid v Barcelona: TV channels, online streams
Atletico Madrid v Barcelona kicks off at 8:00pm and can monitor ITV 4 in the UK. Fans can also stream games on ITVX, Premier Sports and La Liga TV.