Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 loss against Real Sociedad before the international break pushed them back to fourth position with 21 points, six behind Real.

Recent history, however, totally favors the home side. Real Madrid has failed to beat Simeone’s men six times in a row in La Liga. The only manager who defeated Diego Simeone as the Real boss was Jose Mourinho, who won all three of their league meetings.

Though Atletico has struggled to find the momentum this season, they have a huge advantage over their rivals at home, where they remain unbeaten in 22 league games in a row.
Atletico Madrid: Team News

There are a few injured players on the Roji Blancos squad. Argentine Midfielder Gaitan was declared unfit to play in the match due to gluteal strain.

Andre Moreira and Augusto Fernandez also will be unavailable because of a knee injury and a knee-ligament injury respectively.

Atletico star Antonio Griezmann, who has already scored six La Liga goals, will lead the attack against Real Madrid. Given his experience in big matches, Fernando Torres might get a chance alongside Griezmann to start in front of the home fans.


Atletico’s Predicted Lineup Vs. Real Madrid

Oblak — Juanfran, Savic, Godin, Filipe Luis — Gabi, Koke, Saul, Carrasco — Torres, Griezmann
Real Madrid: Team News

Troubles seem to surmount for manager Zinedine Zidane as new injuries rule out the selection of many of the team’s key players.

Once again this season, striker Karim Benzema will miss a game because he is still undergoing treatment for Sacroiliitis, according to the club report.

A huge blow hit Real Madrid supporters when the young striker, Alvaro Morata, got a knock in the 2-2 draw against England this week. Real’s attacking force will be diluted as these two strikers are unavailable vs. Atletico.

New midfield star Casemiro’s absence from the lineup due to a long term injury surely will weaken Madrid’s midfield. Casemiro has been one of the key figures for Real Madrid’s success in recent months, and it will be tough for Zidane to replace a player of his caliber.

Star defender Sergio Ramos is also certain to miss the derby due to a knee injury. Ramos, who scored in two Champions League finals against Atletico, will be a huge miss for Los Blancos.

Good news for the Whites fans is that Ronaldo and Bale are fit to lead the attack from the front. A comeback of Pepe from injury will be a relief for Zidane as he can form a stable partnership with Raphael Varane to hinder the opponent’s attacks.
Real Madrid’s Probable Lineup Vs. Atletico

Navas — Carvajal, Varane, Pepe, Marcelo — Kroos, Isco, Kovacic — James, Ronaldo, Bale



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The first three positions in La Liga will be occupied by these three teams again : FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid.
Massive Yawn!

2nd time FTC

4tunespark:
2nd time FTC

Next time, learn to book space first.
You hear?

****since when Mourinho and Wenger begin coach for both Madrid clubs?

Reps Atletico

Meanwhile barca dey Bleep up

Los merengues all the way ... Cant afford to drop any point(s) like barca just did

...RM

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Good for Real as Barca just dropped point

Which super sport channel is expected to show it?

Greezboy abeg show them pepper...u guys are surely winnin r.madrid today....



make the gap between r.madrid nd FCB be small o...

#IStandWithAth.madrid! Jos 4 this nite

Real madrid can only win assuming they have players like oscar and hazard

smarleybiz:
Real madrid can only win assuming they have players like oscar and hazard

what is he saying self

Hala Madrid

A big game awaits

Hala madrid! !

Hala Atletico mardid
Either winning with 1 Zero or Draw Game

Hala madrid

Ronaldo has 2goals in this match if he plays......

Asfar it is laliga. Atletico Madrid always have the upper hand

2-0 in favor of real Madrid.

Bayern

Leipzip dae top d league,,,,,leicester in making

iHala Madrid

Hala Madrid!

Reporting for duty

Hala real madrid

GAME ON!!

Dull thread....

afanide:
Ronaldo has 2goals in this match if he plays......

he will play,but u wont find him

Tinydick:
Dull thread....

just as you take dull