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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(18) 12 Goals 7 (10)
(16) 8 Assists 3 (8)
(6.7) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.4 (6.4)
29 Average Age 25.7
181.5 Average Height (cm) 182.8
(0.8) 0.9 Shots pg 0.7 (0.7)
(55%) 57% Aerial Duel Success 52% (50%)
(0.4) 0.5 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Atletico
Espanyol
No missing players.
Player Reason Status Rating
Edu Expósito Out N/A

Team News

Atletico
Espanyol
  • Atletico have reported no fresh injury concerns, ensuring Simeone that will have the majority of his squad available for Wednesday's home fixture.
  • Atletico might rotate given how good their depth is given the summer acquisitions and given they face Athletic during the weekend and as such Simeone may take the opportunity to freshen up his side, with Alex Witsel, Nahuel Molina, Koke and Sorloth among those who could be considered for starting berths.
  • Recent arrival Clement Lenglet could feature in the matchday squad after completing a loan switch from Catalan giants Barcelona.
  • Espanyol midfielder Edu Exposito is continuing to work on his rehabilitation from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
  • Leandro Cabrera was forced to withdraw from Monday's training session due to a physical issue, and the experienced defender will have to be assessed ahead of Wednesday's away trip.
  • Sergi Gomez could be brought into the centre of the Espanyol defence if Cabrera is unable to prove his fitness in time.

Prediction

  • Atleti start strong with four points from two matches, including a comeback draw against Villarreal and a 3-0 win over Girona.
  • Next, they face Espanyol, aiming to extend their unbeaten streak to six games in a rematch since their last thrilling 3-3 draw in May 2023.
  • Espanyol, back in La Liga after winning the Segunda Division playoffs, miss Braithwaite, their top scorer, leading to goal struggles in consecutive 1-0 defeats and are the only team yet to score a goal in LaLiga. They face a tough challenge against Atleti, having drawn 1-1 in their last away clash in November 2022.
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