Atletico Madrid head to Pamplona to take on Osasuna in their La Liga Matchday 36 clash on Tuesday.
The visitors come into this game after a frustrating run of results. They were knocked out of the Champions League semi-finals by Arsenal after a 1-0 defeat, struggling to break down a solid defence despite improving in the second half. That issue continued in their next outing, where they suffered another 1-0 loss to Celta Vigo.
According to FotMob, Atletico created chances worth 2.18 xG in that game, compared to just 0.13 for Celta, but still couldn’t find the net. Although they have already secured qualification for next season’s Champions League thanks to Spain’s extra spot, Diego Simeone’s side will be eager to finish the campaign strongly.
Atletico Madrid team news
Atletico are dealing with several injuries and suspension problems. Julián Álvarez is expected to miss out with an ankle injury picked up in Europe.
In midfield, Johnny Cardoso is out for the rest of the season, while Pablo Barrios and Álex Baena are also unavailable, with Baena suspended.
The defence is also stretched, as Nahuel Molina, Jose Marímia Gimenez, and Giuliano Simeone are all sidelined. With so many absentees, much of the responsibility will fall on experienced players like Antoine Griezmann and Koke.
Alexander Sorloth is likely to lead the line in attack, while Clément Lenglet is expected to feature in defence.
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup
Possible Atletico Madrid starting XI: Oblak; Ruggeri, Hancko, Lenglet, Pubill; Lookman, Baena, Koke, Llorente; Sorloth, Griezmann
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 8:30pm BST on Tuesday, 12th May.
How to watch Osasuna vs Atletico Madrid?
In the UK, the match between Osasuna and Atletico Madrid will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1.
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