Atletico Madrid take on Real Sociedad in a pivotal La Liga clash this Sunday night.
Los Rojiblancos aim to extend their impressive run of success and bolster their superior record over the hosts, remaining unbeaten across the previous eight showdowns with Real Sociedad.
Diego Simeone’s charges have bounced back strongly from an early-season stumble, currently holding fourth spot on 37 points after 18 games, trailing Barcelona by 12 points but with a fixture to spare.
They’ve notched victories in eight of their past ten league outings, underscoring the reliability and excellence synonymous with Simeone’s leadership. In their final 2025 fixture, they dominated Girona 3-0, highlighted by Koke’s magnificent 25-yard screamer, followed by Conor Gallagher and Antoine Griezmann goals.
Atletico Madrid team news
Atlético Madrid head to San Sebastián dealing with a few fitness issues, yet their frontline firepower stays robust. Defender Clément Lenglet is sidelined with an ongoing knee problem and unavailable. Winger Nicolás González awaits a final check after hamstring trouble.
Nevertheless, Simeone’s attack remains formidable, spearheaded by Julián Álvarez, Alexander Sørloth, and Antoine Griezmann as key marksmen. Griezmann has been in scintillating form lately, capping off Atlético’s emphatic Girona triumph with a goal in 2025’s closing league game.
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup
Possible Atletico Madrid starting XI: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Pubill, Hancko; Simeone, Koke, Barrios, Baena; Sorloth, Alvarez.
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 8pm BST on Sunday, 4th January.
How to watch Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid?
Viewers from the United Kingdom can catch the Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid match live on Premier Sports.
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