Atletico Madrid v Feyenoord is a match valid for the second day of the Champions League group stage and is played on Wednesday at 18:45: lineups, predictions.
Taking a goal past the 90th minute from the goalkeeper is not something that passes quickly. But Atletico Madrid, after the draw against Lazio on their Champions League debut, showed that they have the character that characterises their coach, Simeone. Yes, from that moment on, in La Liga, three wonderful victories have come: one in the derby against Real and, the last, in a comeback against Cadiz. Yes, the Colchoneros are really on form.
The Colchoneros are in such good form that they should also take their fourth win in a row against Feyenoord, who currently lead the group after beating Celtic at home. It was an easy victory, especially as the guests were outnumbered and the match went downhill. But this time, for the Dutch, who in any case arrive at this fixture with a roster that says six victories in a row, a defeat should come, which, objectively, could also be budgeted for. The gap on the pitch between the two teams is clear, very clear, and Atletico cannot even allow themselves any more false steps after the draw in Rome. And not even half a one.
In short, the one at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid is one of those matches that on paper have little to say. And which have a decidedly favoured team that can and must make the difference. The Spaniards also want to rediscover the defensive compactness that has always marked their path: something, the latter, that has been lacking in recent outings. Matches resolved, however, by the great quality that Simeone has up front. But going out without conceding a goal is another goal on Wednesday night.
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The Prediction
Atletico Madrid are heavy favourites with an important target, that of not taking goals. And Simeone’s team could also succeed in this aim. Yes, Feyenoord score a lot, but they do it mostly in Holland where defences are ‘butterfly’ using a term used by Massimiliano Allegri. So victory for the hosts. With only one team scoring.
Atletico Madrid v Feyenoord likely line-ups
- ATLETICO MADRID (3-5-2): Oblak; Azpilicueta, Witsel, Hermoso; Molina, Saul, Koke, Llorente, Galan; Griezmann, Morata.
- FEYENOORD (4-2-3-1): Wellenreuther; Geertruida, Trauner, Hancko, Hartman; Timber, Wieffer; Minteh, Stengs, Paixao; Ueda.
POSSIBLE RESULT: 3-0