Atletico Madrid and Barcelona meet in a high-stakes La Liga clash at Wanda Metropolitano on Sunday. Both teams are firmly in the title race, with Barcelona currently leading the table by just one point over third-placed Atletico.
The Catalan side come into the match fresh from their Champions League triumph over Benfica, while Atletico suffered heartbreak against Real Madrid in a penalty shootout. With the title race heating up, this match could be decisive in the battle for La Liga.
🔴Atletico Madrid Look to Capitalize on Home Advantage | Home Win = 3.16💵
Atletico have been dominant at home this season, boasting the second-best home record in La Liga with 34 points from 14 matches. Diego Simeone’s men will rely on their strong defensive setup and ability to grind out results in tough fixtures.
Despite a recent setback against Getafe in the league, Atletico’s impressive showing against Real Madrid in the Champions League, regardless of the result, will give them confidence heading into this one with a win over Barcelona putting them firmly back in the title hunt.
🔵Barcelona Aim to Extend Lead at the Top | Away Win = 2.33💵
Barcelona have been the best away team in La Liga, collecting 30 points from 14 games on the road. Hansi Flick’s men are on course for a treble and will aim to maintain their fine league form after securing a Champions League quarter-final spot.
With 71 goals in 26 league games, Barca’s attacking power remains their strongest asset. However, they have failed to beat Atletico in two meetings this season, including a 2-1 loss in the reverse fixture and a dramatic 4-4 draw in the Copa del Rey.
🗝Key Players & Team News📰:
Atletico will be without Angel Correa due to suspension, while Koke is a doubt. Rodrigo De Paul is expected to recover in time, with Nahuel Molina possibly replacing Marcos Llorente in the lineup.
Barcelona remain without Marc Bernal and Marc-Andre ter Stegen, but Andreas Christensen is back in contention. Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal should lead the attack, with Frenkie de Jong expected to start in midfield.
💪Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.80💵
🏏Atletico Madrid have the 2nd-best home record in La Liga, winning 11 of their 14 games at Wanda Metropolitano. They are also unbeaten against Barca this season. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 1.5 = 1.91
🏏Barcelona are unbeaten in their last six matches in all competitions winning five (5) and drawing one (1), a 4-4 stale mate with Atleti in the Copa del Rey. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.27
🏏The last three (3) meetings between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have produced over 2.5 goals, suggesting an open contest. | Main Market: Over 2.5 = 1.59
With both teams vying for the title, Sunday’s encounter promises to be a thrilling battle between two of Spain’s footballing giants.
🔗You can check out the La Liga game, Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona, here on MSport.
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Liverpool, the most successful club in EFL Cup history, fresh from their UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of PSG, aim to retain their title as they face Newcastle United in Sunday’s final at Wembley Stadium.
The Reds are determined to extend their domestic dominance, while Newcastle seek to end a near 70-year wait for a major trophy. The Magpies lost last season’s final and are eager to make amends in their second consecutive EFL Cup showpiece.
🔴Liverpool Aim for Back-to-Back EFL Cup Titles | Home Win = 1.71💵
Liverpool have won four of their last five matches across all competitions, proving their title credentials. Arne Slot’s men are on track for a domestic double, leading the Premier League by 15 points while eyeing another EFL Cup triumph.
Despite their Champions League exit against PSG, the Reds have remained strong in cup competitions and will look to give their fans something to smile about following that shock exit as they try to outclass Newcastle once again.
⚫Newcastle Look to End Trophy Drought | Away Win = 4.98💵
Newcastle’s long wait for silverware could finally end at Wembley. Eddie Howe’s side secured a narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham last weekend, keeping their first clean sheet in five matches.
However, the Magpies have failed to beat Liverpool in their last 17 encounters, including a 2-0 loss at Anfield earlier this season. They must be at their best to avoid another heart-breaking cup final defeat against a wounded Liverpool.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Liverpool are without Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joe Gomez, and Conor Bradley, leaving them short at right-back. Jarell Quansah is expected to step in, while Ibrahima Konate is likely to partner Virgil van Dijk in defense.
Newcastle are missing Lewis Hall, Sven Botman, and Jamaal Lascelles through injury. Anthony Gordon is suspended, so Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy will support Alexander Isak in attack.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.24💵
⚽ Liverpool are unbeaten in their last 17 meetings with Newcastle beating them in all but one of their last 6 games against them including the last one (2-0). | Specials Market: Home & Over 2.5 = 2.29
⚽ Newcastle are unbeaten in all their EFL Cup games this season, unlike Liverpool who lost to Spurs in the first leg of the semis. The Magpies won 5 games and drew 1, beating Arsenal (2x) and Chelsea. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes = 1.98
With Liverpool looking to give their fans a consolation trophy and Newcastle desperate to end their trophy drought, Sunday’s final promises to be a thrilling battle at Wembley Stadium.
🔗You can check out the EFL Cup Final game, Liverpool vs Newcastle, here on MSport.
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