Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal: Can Atletico extend their winning streak?
On Sunday, August 23, we will see a second-round La Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Villarreal, with Atletico hosting the Yellow Submarine. The match will kick off at 17:00 CET, and I have a betting tip for you.
Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal: Match preview
Atletico and Villarreal have already started their new La Liga campaigns, but the results have been different for the two teams. Los Colchoneros managed to comfortably and convincingly beat La Liga newcomers Malaga in the opening round. Two goals in the final stages of the match secured the first three points for Simeone's side. Villarreal also faced a La Liga newcomer, Racing, but cannot boast a positive result. They can, however, take some credit for their comeback, as the Yellow Submarine were trailing 2-0 in the 34th minute, only for the score to be level by 45+1.
Ahead of the new season, Atletico played four matches, winning two and losing two. Now they have begun a new campaign with another attempt to challenge for the La Liga title. Villarreal even finished above Atletico in the table last season, taking third place. The team will once again be fighting for UEFA Champions League qualification and a place near the top of the table.
Match facts and H2H
- Atletico Madrid have won their last two matches.
- Villarreal are unbeaten in their last three matches.
- Villarreal have scored at least one goal in seven consecutive matches.
- Atletico Madrid's scoring streak stands at eight matches in a row.
- In their most recent meeting, Villarreal thrashed Atletico Madrid 5-1.
Probable line-ups
- Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Hancko, Le Normand, Grimaldo; Barrios, Koke; Simeone, Kang-in, Baena; Lookman
- Villarreal: Junior; Mourino, Foyth, Veiga, Romero; Comesana, Gueye; Pepe, Moreno, Moleiro; Mikautadze
Prediction
We are in for a highly competitive and entertaining clash between two evenly matched teams. However, I think experience and home advantage will help Los Colchoneros secure the victory, so my betting tip is for an Atletico Madrid win.
