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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(19) 14 Goals 10 (19)
(17) 8 Assists 10 (17)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.8 (6.7)
27 Average Age 28.7
183.7 Average Height (cm) 179.5
(0.8) 0.9 Shots pg 0.9 (0.8)
(47%) 46% Aerial Duel Success 50% (52%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(0.9) 0.9 Tackles pg 1.1 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Athletic Club
Atletico
Player Reason Status Rating
Unai Simón Out N/A
Íñigo Ruíz de Galarreta Out 6.58
Aitor Paredes Out 6.44
No missing players.

Team News

Athletic Club
Atletico
  • Athletic has three injured players in Paredes, Ruiz de Galarreta, and Simon but suffered no new injuries against Valencia.
  • Julen Agirrezabala returned in the game against Valencia and is expected to start in goal.
  • Williams and Vesga will return to the team, with Djalo would start from the bench.
  • Atletico have reported no fresh injury concerns, ensuring Simeone that will have the majority of his squad available.
  • After the midweek draw to Espanyol, Atletico might rotate given how good their depth is given the summer acquisitions as such Simeone may take the opportunity to freshen up his side, with Jose Maria Gimenez returning in defence and Pablo Barrios who has had a great start to the season in midfield
  • Lenglet and Gallagher could start on the bench.

Prediction

  • Athletic Club drew 1-1 with Getafe, then beat Valencia 1-0 with a goal from Benat Prados. With four points, they hold 10th place and aim for a win before the break. Alvaro Djalo was a significant signing and made his first start against Valencia while retaining Nico Williams has helped them improve their depth as he been crucial for them.
  • Atletico Madrid remain unbeaten but have yet to hit top form, drawing two of their opening three games. After a 3-0 win over Girona, they drew 0-0 with Espanyol a game that saw them have more than 20 shots on target missing six big chances. They are in fourth spot with five points. Key signing Alvarez is still looking for his first LaLiga goal.
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