Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Diego Simeone’s men were the better team the last time they met Barca.

Barcelona are all set to lock horns with Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey 2024-25 semi-final first leg. Hansi Flick’s men dominated Valencia in the quarterfinals to get to the final four stage. On the other hand, Diego Simeone’s men took down Getafe with ease in the last eight to get to the semifinals.

Barcelona will be at their home but they are not going to have much advantage of that as Atletico Madrid defeated them at home last time they met. Hansi Flick’s men are in good form and will be looking out for revenge here. Barca’s attack has been good but their defence has kept them holding. They will be looking to take an advantage in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg itself.

Atletico Madrid are in good form as well and will be confident enough when they face Blaugrana. Diego Simeone’s men gave them a tough time even being away from home last time and Atleti will be looking to repeat that once again. They scored a goal in the final moments of the game to take the win but this time will have to engage quicker.

Kick-off:

• Location: Barcelona, Spain
• Stadium: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
• Date: Wednesday, February 26
• Kick-off Time: 02:00 IST / Tuesday, February 25: 20:30 GMT/ 15:30 ET/ 12:30 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Barcelona: W-W-W-W-W

Atletico Madrid: W-W-D-D-W

Players to Watch

Raphinha (Barcelona)

The Brazilian forward will have an important role to play in Barcelona’s attacking front once again. Raphinha is in good form and is one of the top scorers in the LaLiga this season. Attacking from left he knows how to help his fellow teammates by creating some plays. Also, Raphinha is very capable of scoring goals and will be looking to add one to his tally.

🇧🇷 Raphinha played all 90 minutes and scored in Brazil's 1-1 draw with Venezuela.📸 Rafael Ribeiro / @CBF_Futebol pic.twitter.com/B2Ec62ggrl

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 15, 2024

Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)

The young Argentine has been in decent form this season. For Diego Simeone, Julian Alvarez is almost confirmed to start for Atletico Madrid. The Argentine forward will be confident against Barca as he is coming in after scoring a brace in his previous game for Atleti. He will be looking to step up and score a goal or two for his side.

Julian Alvarez puts Atletico Madrid ahead against Valencia at the Mestalla.As it stands, Diego Simeone's side will be heading back to the top of La Liga.🎥 @PremSportsTV pic.twitter.com/GBqYVI494I

— The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) February 22, 2025

Match Facts

• This will be the 73rd meeting between them.
• Barcelona have emerged victorious in two of their last three clashes against Diego Simeone’s men.
• Both are undefeated in their last five games across all competitions.

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Batting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @10/3 bet365
• Goals under 2.5 @29/20 betfair
• Raphinha to score

Injury and Team News

For the hosts Barcelona, Andreas Christensen, Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Marc Bernel will not be in action because of their injuries.

Atletico Madrid will be without the services of Koke as he is injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 72

Barcelona won: 36

Atletico Madrid won: 19

Draws: 17

Predicted Lineups

Barcelona predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Szczesny (GK); Kounde, Garcia, Araujo, Balde; Gavi, Pedri; Yamal, Lopez, Raphinha; Lewandowski

Atletico Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Oblak (GK); Llorente, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Lino; Greizmann, Alvarez

Match Prediction

This Copa del Rey semi-final first leg is likely to end in a draw.

Prediction: Barcelona 1-1 Atletico Madrid

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: TNT Sports

Spain – RTVE Play App

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