Atletico Madrid

Atletico could be boosted by the return of Stefan Savic, who has trained ahead of the match, but Sergio Reguilon and Mario Hermoso are both injury doubts for ...

Although, Barcelona will be without their star striker Robert Lewandowski who is serving a three-match ban, knowing they have the opportunity to open up a lead over Real, is enough motivation to see the Blaugrana turn up with their A-game. Real who are tied on the same point with Barcelona lost 2-1 to Villarreal on Saturday to miss the chance to take a lead over Barcelona at the top of the table. Barcelona have the chance to open up a three-point lead over Real Madrid when they take on Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano on Sunday.

Tipstrr football pundit Sergiu Baltuta takes a look at Sundays big game in Spain, where Barcelona can go three points clear at the top of La Liga if they ...

This season, Barcelona have won all their away league games , apart from their previous trip to the Spanish capital, when they were beaten 3-1 by Real Madrid. Atletico, on the other hand, returned to action with two comfortable wins, 2-0 against Elche in La Liga and 2-0 against Oviedo in the cup, extending their winning streak to four games. Atletico Madrid take on Barcelona in the biggest La Liga game of the weekend on Sunday, with both teams looking to improve on last season, when they finished third and second respectively behind Real Madrid.

How will Diego Simeone's side line up against Barcelona on Sunday 8 January? EDUARDO CANDEL REVIEJODiarioAS. Atlético Madrid will not be looking to do favours ...

Reguilón and Hermoso are the only two names that Simeone won’t be able to squeeze onto his team sheet on Sunday, but apart from the pair of defenders he has a full squad available. For those watching, this game should, in theory, at least clear up the huge doubt we have surrounding both of these teams: are they any good? Antoine Griezmann was fantastic in that game and ran the show as he continued his slow transformation into a midfielder, this time with pink hair.

Atletico Madrid will demand a £9.5million loan fee and a commitment to buy at £70.5 million for Manchester United target Joao Felix.

United have presented an opening offer of a straight £3m loan for Felix, with a commitment to cover the player's wages. It is believed United still have first option on Felix, but will only have 48 hours to match any offers from other clubs. Atletico Madrid have slapped a £70.5 million commitment to buy clause in any loan move for Manchester United target Joao Felix [one of the frontrunners](/sport/football/article-11605861/Jorge-Mendes-accelerating-Joao-Felixs-exit-amid-Man-United-loan-offer.html), according to [The Mirror's](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-joao-felix-transfer-28899547) report. - Atletico Madrid demand a £70.5m commitment to buy in an Joao Felix loan deal Atletico Madrid 'tell Man United they want a £70m commitment to buy Joao Felix in any deal for the wantaway star on top of a £9.5m loan fee' as Arsenal also weigh up a move for the Portuguese international

Barcelona have a tough test to keep hold of their top spot in the La Liga table as they travel to the Spanish capital to take on an in-form Atletico Madrid.

The Spanish international has carried over his good World Cup form back with him to Atletico Madrid and is primed for a big second-half run. Add in Barcelona's propensity to collapse after the break, there's plenty of meat on this bone. Even when not scoring, Morata does his best to find the back of the net, ripping off five shots against CD Arenteiro in the Copa del Rey and putting four of them on target. Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, are in good form and have achieved results against Barcelona in the recent past. Most recently, they were scoreless at the break against Elche at home before a pair of second-half goals produced a 2-0 victory. From an attacking standpoint, Barcelona are a more evenly-weighted team between the first and second halves than most sides, but otherwise, everything points towards a second-half show. — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) They won't get nearly that same volume of opportunities in this match, and without Lewandowski's presence, their goalscoring abilities will be reduced further. They have also not conceded a single goal with Lewandowski off the field this season. Barcelona are coming off a wild and nervy 4-3 win in the Copa del Rey over Intercity FC that required extra time to complete. Part of that will be down to the individual players available for selection. Still, a 2-0 victory over Elche in their league return from the World Cup break last weekend is a positive start towards a more consistent showing domestically.

Atletico Madrid are holding out for a £9.5million loan fee and an obligation to buy at £70.5 million for Manchester United target Joao Felix.

United have presented an opening offer of a straight £3m loan for Felix, with a commitment to cover the player’s wages. It is believed United still have first option on Felix, but will only have 48 hours to match any offers from other clubs. A blizzard of Premier League clubs have been linked with the 23-year-old, but United are currently one of the frontrunners, according to The Mirror’s report.

WHAT'S HAPPENING? Atletico are demanding a £9.5 million ($10.8m) loan fee for the Manchester United and Arsenal target, with an obligation to buy the ...

Jorge Mendes is understood to have met with Atletico’s CEO Miguel Angel Gil on Thursday to present United’s opening offer but the move was dismissed. The 23-year-old moved to the Spanish capital from Benfica in 2019 but is now free to leave having fallen out of favour with manager Diego Simeone. WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

LaLiga Santander will mark their first round of weekend fixtures in 2023 with a showstopper clash between the two storied Spanish teams Atlético de Madrid ...

For the moment, he is clear at the top of those standings with only six goals conceded in 15 games played (for a coefficient of 0.40 per game), compared to 12 goals conceded in 15 games played (0.80) by Oblak. The match could be decided by the two great goalkeepers in this clash. He has become one of the main favourites to claim the Zamora Trophy this 2022/23 season. Koundé and Dembelé will be going up against teammate, Atlético's Antoine Griezmann, who played a crucial part in France's run to a second successive World Cup final. In the Barca line-up, there are Jules Koundé and Ousmane Dembelé, who finished runners-up with France. Sunday's match at Atlético de Madrid's home Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano should be no different after the World Cup-enforced break.

Here is all you need to know before Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona La Liga game at the Wanda Metropolitano on Sunday.

The game can also be streamed on the Voot Select app. When will Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona be played? “They’ve been changing systems and it’s hard to predict how his team will play.

There has been plenty of speculation surrounding the future of Joao Felix at Atletico Madrid. The Portuguese reportedly wants to leave the club following a ...

[Mikel Arteta’s side has reportedly agreed terms with Los Rojiblancos](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/01/07/arsenal-set-to-pay-atletico-madrids-demands-for-joao-felix-loan) over a deal for Felix until the end of the season. The Premier League is his most likely destination, with Arsenal said to be the favourites for his signature. There has been plenty of speculation surrounding the future of Joao Felix at Atletico Madrid.

WHAT'S HAPPENING? Atletico are demanding a £9.5 million ($10.8m) loan fee for the Manchester United and Arsenal target, with an obligation to buy the ...

Jorge Mendes is understood to have met with Atletico’s CEO Miguel Angel Gil on Thursday to present United’s opening offer but the move was dismissed. The 23-year-old moved to the Spanish capital from Benfica in 2019 but is now free to leave having fallen out of favour with manager Diego Simeone. WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

WHAT'S HAPPENING? Atletico are demanding a £9.5 million ($10.8m) loan fee for the Manchester United and Arsenal target, with an obligation to buy the ...

Jorge Mendes is understood to have met with Atletico’s CEO Miguel Angel Gil on Thursday to present United’s opening offer but the move was dismissed. The 23-year-old moved to the Spanish capital from Benfica in 2019 but is now free to leave having fallen out of favour with manager Diego Simeone. WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

WELCOME TO THE WANDA METROPOLITANO!!! The spectacular home of Atlético Madrid in the Spanish capital is the site of a huge La Liga clash between the hosts ...

This is a Barcelona community and we don’t need to offend one another. This should be fun, and you’re welcome to join us to follow and comment all the action. WELCOME TO THE WANDA METROPOLITANO!!!

Soccer expert Jon Eimer has locked in his La Liga best bets for Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona on Sunday.

- Atletico vs. [Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for the Barcelona vs. Atletico have the fourth-most goals in La Liga (23) and have conceded the fourth-fewest (14). Eimer has broken down Sunday's Barcelona vs. He is leaning Under the goal total and has two confident best bets and offers his full breakdown. Atletico lead the league in tackles (288) and tackles won (174) and are fifth in blocks (154) and should frustrate Barcelona's attackers. [head to SportsLine to see the picks](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/spanish-la-liga-atletico-madrid-vs-barcelona-odds-picks-predictions-best-bets-for-sundays-match-from-proven-soccer-expert/#ttag=01072023_agg_cbssports_picks_soccer_laliga_joneimer_barcelonaatleticomadrid). Barca have been one of the most dominant teams in the league all season and have allowed an astonishing six goals in 15 matches. The Red and Whites are 3-2-1 in their past six meetings with Barcelona, including a 2-0 league victory last season at Wanda Metropolitano. Caesars Sportsbook lists Barcelona as +145 favorites (risk $100 to win $145) in its latest Atletico Madrid vs. Before locking in any Barcelona vs. Eimer, widely known as "Buckets," is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe.

Barcelona have a fantastic chance to build a gap atop the Spanish top flight as they visit Atletico Madrid in a Sunday La Liga showdown.

Part of that will be down to the individual players available for selection. His ban was put off briefly for appeal, allowing him to take part in the draw with Espanyol last weekend, but it was upheld in court, so he is out of action for three games. Sergio Busquets was the biggest question mark, as the 34-year-old will want to avoid overuse, but he starts, interestingly alongside Frenkie de Jong in a new look 4-4-2 formation. The biggest question for Diego Simeone was how to deploy his three attackers in Antoine Griezmann, Alvaro Morata, and Joao Felix. 95 mins to kickoff: The Blaugrana are struggling for defenders at the moment thanks to a few injuries. Diego Simeone has a number of players to choose from in midfield, one of the more fascinating lineup situations on either side of this match. Change.— OptaJose (@OptaJose) Pedri — 10. Ter Stegen (GK) — 23. Carrasco — 8. – The Blaugrana suddenly find themselves with a glorious opportunity after Real Madrid, level on points for the moment, fell to Villarreal just a day before.

Manchester United's latest offer for Joao Felix is rejected by Atletico Madrid, with the club issuing fresh demands for the departure of the.

[The Mirror](/fwd/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubWlycm9yLmNvLnVrL3Nwb3J0L2Zvb3RiYWxsL3RyYW5zZmVyLW5ld3MvbWFuLXV0ZC1qb2FvLWZlbGl4LXRyYW5zZmVyLTI4ODk5NTQ3/?fwd=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mirror.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Ftransfer-news%2Fman-utd-joao-felix-transfer-28899547&sport=1&spName=Football&spArticle=x_Atletico_Madrid_'reject%20Ma) reports that United have made the first approach to the Spanish club, offering to cover the player's full wages and a £3m loan fee. [Arsenal](/football/arsenal/) have been linked with the forward, as they seek replacements for [Cristiano Ronaldo](/people/cristiano-ronaldo/), who [left by mutual consent](/football/man-utd/transfer-talk/news/ten-hag-ronaldo-instigated-manchester-united-exit_502921.html), and [Gabriel Jesus](/people/gabriel-jesus/), [who is injured](/football/arsenal/injury-news/news/gabriel-jesus-undergoes-successful-operation-on-knee-injury_501402.html), respectively. [Atletico Madrid](/football/atletico-madrid/) have reportedly rejected [Manchester United](/football/man-utd/)'s opening offer for [Joao Felix](/people/joao-felix/) and issued fresh demands for clubs interested in the Portugal international.

Live updates as Atlético Madrid host Barcelona at the Cívitas Metropolitano, Madrid, in LaLiga today, Sunday 8 January 2022. Kick-off: 3pm ET.

However, Spain’s Administrative Court for Sport (TAD) has since confirmed the striker’s suspension. Tonight's opponents Barcelona are joint-top of the standings with Real Madrid on 38 points. Tonight will be Atlético's first home game of the new year. The Barcelona team is in early tonight. We will enjoy the game, because it will be very good”. Atlético have set up in a 5-3-2 formation. Simeone clearly believes in him. He strikes it well but Oblak gets down to his left to save it. It's whipped into the box but Pedri takes it away from the area on the left with some nice dribbling. The latter smacks the side netting with his effort. Barcelona are able to deal with it as they look to take their 1-0 lead into half-time. It falls to Molina again on the right.

Atleticos starting XI Diego Simeone gives young Pablo Barrios a start in midfield while Joao Felix and Griezmann are entrusted to provide the goals. A.

Attempt blocked. The LaLiga Santander meeting between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona will take place at the Estadio Civitas Metropolitano on Sunday, January 8. Ansu Fati (Barcelona) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid) left footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. For American viewers, the LaLiga Santander clash will begin at 15:00 ET/12:00 PT. Marcos Llorente (Atletico Madrid) right footed shot from a difficult angle on the right is blocked. Balde comes in for Alba. but there is no VAR check. This Sunday's match between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona kicks off at 21:00 CET, the local time in Spain. Young Barrios has the first shot on target. Barcelona, on the other hand, are still reeling from their 1-1 draw with Espanyol which was marred by Mateu Lahoz's late show. Attempt missed.

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Xavi's side are defending by keeping hold of the ball. FC Barcelona SUBSTITUTION - FC BARCELONA

United have been frustrated in their attempts to secure a deal, with Atletico demanding a sizeable loan fee, and a purchase clause. As per reports from the ...

[Daily Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-joao-felix-transfer-28899547), Atletico have reached out to United to confirm their intention to secure a £9.5m loan fee until the end of 2022/23, with a mandatory £70.5m purchase option. [Atletico Madrid](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/atletico-madrid) have set out their transfer demands for Portuguese star [Joao Felix.](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/joao-felix) [2022 World Cup,](https://www.football-espana.net/category/2022-world-cup) Felix has returned to Madrid, with speculation on his future continuing to intensify.

Atletico Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Ousmane Dembele's first-half strike sees Catalans climb to the TOP of LaLiga with vital win... with Ferran Torres and Stefan ...

He got tangled with Stefan Savic and the defender was also sent off. Without playing brilliantly we were able to suffer and come away with all three points.' After dropping two points in the Catalan derby they were back to their best to scrap for victory against a team no longer a direct rival. He celebrated the goal-line block as if it had been the match winner and it was. The home side complained about a nudge from Gavi on Reinildo Mandava but the goal stood and Barcelona defended the lead well despite ferocious Atletico pressure. Diego Simeone's side are already out of Europe and now they are 14 points off the lead.

The first major Spanish clash of 2023 and one of La Liga's richest ended in victory for Barcelona. Away to Atlético Madrid, coach Xavi's men climbed three ...

But with a coveted title attainable for the Blaugrana and the status and financial rewards that Champions League soccer brings at stake for Atlético—this was an occasion to speed up or slow down momentum going into the definitive second half of La Liga this 2023. For Atlético—hitting its head against the wall under Simeone—there is plenty of work ahead to rediscover its best self. As expected in the second period, Atlético peppered the Barcelona goal. How long that lasts is unknown and will be pivotal in the race for silverware. Each known to hemorrhage and earn considerable sums, Atlético versus Barcelona arguably makes for Spanish soccer’s most money-focused fixture—and that provided part of the backdrop for this intriguing contest. The first major Spanish clash of 2023, and one of La Liga’s richest, ended in victory for Barcelona.

Ousmane Dembélé scored the only goal as Barcelona won 1-0 at Atlético Madrid to go three points clear at the top of La Liga.

Marcos Acuña and Rafa Mir put the hosts two goals up before Borja Mayoral pulled one back late on for Getafe. The hosts started to wake up at the end of the half, taking over possession and sending Rivals and second-placed Real Madrid suffered 2-1 defeat at Villarreal on Saturday, giving Barça the chance to seize the advantage in the league after 16 rounds.

Enrique Cerezo, the Atletico Madrid President, has said he expects Joao Felix to stay at the club past the end of January despite interest from elsewhere.

I'd love for Joao to continue, but this is the current situation.' Cerezo was less confident of a move for the the 23-year-old. - Joao Felix has been heavily linked with a move away from Atletico Madrid

Ousmane Dembele scores a first-half winner as Barcelona move three points clear at the top of La Liga by edging out Atletico Madrid.

Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid) left footed shot from the right side of the six yard box is blocked. - Shots - 8Griezmann - 14Llorente - 2Giménez - 13Oblak

Xavi Hernandez talked up FC Barcelona's standing as La Liga title contenders following their gutsy win over Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano on Sunday.

"The first half hour convinced me, because we dominated and we understood that we had superiority through the middle. Those are three points that give us a lot - leadership and confidence for what's to come," he went on. "Against Espanyol I said that we deserved more and here we took the points without playing so well.

Pedri excelled in a new position for FC Barcelona on Sunday, as the Catalans beat Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano and extended their points lead at the ...

And though his pass after slaloming by a number of Atleti players on the edge of the box failed to meet Gavi directly, the 18-year-old's rough shaking off of his marker paved the way for Gavi to set up Ousmane Dembele's 22nd-minute winner which guaranteed victory. Pedri also relished his new role. While it wasn't his most polished display with the final ball often lacking and failing to meet its target, the stats show that Pedri still put in a strong display on both sides of the ball which was vital for Barca sealing one of their biggest wins of a title-challenging season.

Ousmane Dembele scores winning goal at Wanda Metropolitano - Anadolu Agency.

[Anadolu Agency website contains only a portion of the news stories offered to subscribers in the AA News Broadcasting System (HAS), and in summarized form. Barcelona - Atletico Madrid: 1-0 Barcelona are atop the standings with 41 points and Atletico Madrid are fifth with 27 points.

As per OptaJose, Gavi has a second prize to add to his large collection of age-related records. He is the second youngest player to reach 50 La Liga matches in ...

He is the second youngest player to reach 50 La Liga matches in the 21st century, which is surpassed only by Athletic Club’s Iker Muniain. [Barcelona](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/barcelona), setting up Ousmane Dembele for the winning goal against Atletico Madrid. This season he has been in the starting XI more often than not.

Atletico Madrid's 'civil war' rumbles on as Diego Simeone fights for his job and Joao Felix seeks a transfer.

Besiktas hope to bring back former player Vincent Aboubakar, who is surplus to requirements at Al-Nassr following the arrival of [Cristiano Ronaldo](/latest/cristiano-ronaldo). “I think the club would like to put the fans in the position of pushing Simeone out and keeping Joao Felix in. United could be set to swerve on a winter deal for Felix. “Meanwhile, Joao Felix, they could get a good deal - even as a loan for now. [ITV](https://twitter.com/itvfootball/status/1612381413398945792) that both individuals might have left Atletico come the summer. However, Spanish journalist Guillem Balague has claimed that Atletico’s board are sensationally attempting to get the fans on Felix’s side and ‘push’ Simeone out.

Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix has been heavily linked with a January transfer to Arsenal and the 23-year-old may be available on loan for Mikel ...

[Eddie Nketiah](https://www.football.london/all-about/eddie-nketiah) as his only recognised centre-forward at this moment in time. [Gunners](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) added Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus to their attack last summer, bringing in the former Manchester City star for north of £45 million. I don't know where João wants to play. [Mikel Arteta hints Mykhaylo Mudryk's dream Arsenal move can happen after supporting player power](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mikel-arteta-hints-mykhaylo-mudryks-25921245) [Every word Mikel Arteta said on Arsenal's Oxford test, transfer latest and touchline behaviour](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/every-word-mikel-arteta-arsenal-25921317) [Mikel Arteta delivers update on Emile Smith Rowe's fitness ahead of Oxford vs Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/breaking-emile-smith-rowe-arsenal-25921341) [Diego Simeone makes Joao Felix demand as Edu continues negotiations over £16m Arsenal loan deal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/diego-simeone-makes-joao-felix-25920319) [Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: The latest news, rumours and gossip from the Emirates Stadium](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-transfers-live-mudryk-25922435) That has resulted in Arsenal being linked to a number of forwards in recent times, including Atletico frontman Felix - [who is said to be available for a loan move during the January transfer window](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/joao-felix-transfer-arsenal-atletico-25725157). Jesus was an instant hit at the Emirates Stadium, netting five times and providing a further five assists in his first 14 Premier League outings for [Mikel Arteta](https://www.football.london/all-about/mikel-arteta)'s side.

Chelsea have reportedly offered to meet the loan terms of Joao Felix set by Atletico Madrid. The player wants a move to the Premier League.

Chelsea may have offered to pay the terms as a reaction to their dismal performance last night against Manchester City. Felix wants a move to the Premier League. Felix has been offered to a number of clubs in the Premier League. Atletico mirror that feeling as they feel it's best for both parties. [Duncan Castles](https://twitter.com/DuncanCastles), Chelsea have offered to meet the terms Atletico Madrid desire for the loan of Joao Felix. Chelsea have reportedly offered to meet the terms that Atletico Madrid desire for a loan deal for