Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | La Liga, February 15, 2025

Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Preview

• Competition: La Liga.
• Date: Saturday, February 15.
• Time: 5:30 PM GMT.
• Venue: Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo will take place at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in the late kick-off slot in matchday 24 of La Liga on February 15.

Atleti are second in the table with 49 points from 23 games so far. They trail arch-rivals Real Madrid by just a point and will look to keep up the pace. They are unbeaten in their last five matches across competitions, winning three games and securing two draws as well. In this run, Atletico Madrid have scored 13 goals and conceded just three goals, keeping two clean sheets as well. They drew 1-1 against Real in their last match.

Celta, on the other hand, are 12^th with 28 points from 23 games so far. They find themselves seven points off the European spots and six points above the drop zone, with their destiny firmly in their own hands. However, they have won just once in their last five matches, losing thrice and drawing once as well. They conceded a worrying 12 goals and scored just eight in this run. Their 3-2 win over Real Betis last time out is bound to give them confidence, though.

On that note, let’s take a look at the team news from both camps.

Atletico Madrid Team News

Manager Diego Simeone fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they were held to a 1-1 draw. Most players performed well and the manager also used five substitutes, but there were no new injuries or suspensions to report.

They will be without just one player for the next match. Veteran defender Cesar Azpilicueta has been experiencing physical discomfort and will be left out of the squad to recover.

Celta Vigo Team News

Manager Claudio Giraldez fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they secured a 3-2 win at home. All the players, including the five substitutes, all put in good performances to earn the result. There were no new injuries or suspensions to report.

However, they will be without two players for the next match. Franco Cervi (thigh) and Hugo Alvarez (knee) will miss out as they continue to recover from their injuries.

Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Predicted Lineups

Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)

Goalkeeper: Jan Oblak (C).

Defenders: Marcos Llorente, Jose Maria Gimenez, Clement Lenglet, Javi Galan.

Midfielders: Giuliano Simeone, Rodrigo de Paul, Pablo Barrios, Samuel Lino.

Forwards: Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez.

Celta Vigo Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Vicente Guaita.

Defenders: Javi Rodriguez, Carlos Dominguez, Marcos Alonso.

Midfielders: Oscar Mingueza, Fran Beltran (C), Hugo Sotelo, Hugo Alvarez.

Forwards: Alfon Gonzalez, Pablo Duran, Iker Losada.

Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Head-to-Head Record

These two teams have crossed paths very often in LaLiga over the last few seasons. However, there has been clear dominance from Atletico Madrid, who have defeated Celta Vigo in each of the last five meetings.

Key Players to Watch in Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo

Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid)

The Frenchman has been among the top contributors this season for Atleti, with eight goals and four assists to his name so far. His goals have come from an efficient 5.97 xG, meaning Griezmann has converted his tough chances well. His four assists have come from 3.77 xA, meaning there is scope to improve.

Oscar Mingueza (Celta Vigo)

The right midfielder has been in good form for Celta this season, having scored two and assisted five goals so far. His assists have come from a respectable 4.38 xA, while his two goals have come from 0.80 xG as well, meaning he has done well to convert the chances.

Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Prediction

Going by the recent head-to-head record, as well as their respective form guides, there is only one clear winner. Atletico Madrid are favorites to win the next match.

Prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-0 Celta Vigo

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