Preview
Date – Sunday, 25 August 2024
Kick-off Time – 8.30 pm
Venue – Civitas Metropolitano
Atletico Madrid will have their first home game in La Liga this season and the opponent is not to be taken lightly. After an explosive season in the previous one, Girona is ready to take the league by storm again. Both teams have prepared for their own good by strengthening squads during the transfer window.
The last time both teams met in Civitas Metropolitano, Atleti managed to claim the victory over the visitors. This time around, the host will still be the favourite to win. Particularly due to their transfer signings with the likes of Julian Alvarez, Conor Gallagher, and Alexander Sorloth coming in.
Team News
Atletico Madrid Team News
Atletico Madrid just had a rough week after one of their reliable forwards Joao Felix, decided to join Chelsea. This sparked the fans’ anger, despising the player’s decision to leave Civitas Metropolitano. The departure of the Portuguese could have a significant impact in Atleti’s La Liga campaign this season.
However, the show must go on as Atletico is scheduled to host Girona within the week. Diego Simeone has several days to solve the issue. Rojiblancos went aggressive in this summer’s transfer window as several top names were coming.
After Julian Alvarez was bought with a staggering €75 million from Manchester City, Atletico secured the signature of Conor Gallagher from Chelsea. They have to purchase as much as €42 million to bind the midfielder until 2029.
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Girona Team News
On the other hand, Girona have just strengthened their squad with the arrival of Pau Lopez and Bojan Miovski. Blanquivermells started the season with an away draw against Real Betis. Michel Muñoz will prepare his squad to snatch another point on the road for the sake of their league campaign this season.
Last season, Girona made a huge surprise as they finished third at the end of the season, outranking several top teams including Atletico. With the new reinforcement in the squad coming, there is no reason for Girona not to replicate what they had last season.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineups
Jan Oblak (GK) – Robin Le Normand, Axel Witsel, Cezar Azpillicueta, Koke, Conor Gallagher, Marcos Llorente, Reinildo, Samuel Lino, Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez.
Girona Predicted Lineups
Paulo Gazzaniga (GK) – Miguel Gutiérrez, Daley Blind, David López, Arnau Martínez, Oriol Romeu, Iván Martín, Yangel Herrera, Portu, Bryan Gil, Abel Ruiz.
Head-to-head
Historically, Atletico and Girona have met eight times in La Liga with the capital side winning four times, while the Catalonia-based secured one victory and the rest were draws. Last season, both teams beat each other on their respective home ground.
Last five results
Atletico Madrid 3-1 Girona – La Liga – 13 April 2024
Girona 4-3 Atletico Madrid – La Liga – 3 January 2024
Girona 0-1 Atletico Madrid – La Liga – 13 March 2023
Atletico Madrid 2-1 Girona – La Liga – 8 October 2022
Atletico Madrid 2-0 Girona – La Liga – 2 February 2019
Atletico Madrid vs Girona Prediction
With their current squad depth, there will be no hassle for Atletico to beat Girona at home. There might be some surprise from the away side but winning this matchup is unlikely them. Rojiblancos not only will take advantage of their home turn but also have more options with players they have.
Should Atletico win this game, it would be either with a goal deficit or two. This would be tough for Girona to score more than two on the other hand.
Predicted score: Atletico Madrid 3-1 Girona
Betting Tips and Odds (subject to change)
Atletico Madrid – 0.667
Girona Win – 4.5
Draw – 3.33
Odds source – Odds Checker
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Where to Watch Atletico Madrid vs Girona
Q: Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs Girona live in India?
The Atletico Madrid vs Girona game will be streamed on Galaxy Race (GXR).
Q: Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs Girona live game in the UK?
The Atletico Madrid vs Girona game will be streamed on ITV.
Q: Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs Girona in USA?
The Atletico Madrid vs Girona game will be streamed on ESPN+.
Q: Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs Girona in Spain?
The Atletico Madrid vs Girona game will be streamed on Movistar.