Barcelona are experiencing a dip in form, making their upcoming La Liga match against Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou on Saturday, 21 December, a significant challenge.
Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid
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- Both teams to score has odds of 1.55 on 1xBet.
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Bet on a Draw
While the Blaugrana are enjoying the advantage of playing at home, their current form is far from ideal. The team were recently delivering some of the most impressive performances in Europe and held a significant lead in the league. However, several recent slip-ups have reopened the title race.
During this period, both Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid have capitalised on their opportunities, rekindling their hopes in the title contention. Atletico often progresses deep into the Champions League, doing so without necessarily playing the most visually appealing football.
Under the leadership of Diego Simeone, Atletico Madrid excels in exploiting teams with low confidence. Currently, Barcelona finds themselves lacking in this department, setting the stage for a significant challenge in the upcoming match. This encounter is expected to be defensively oriented, with a high probability of ending in a stalemate.
Bet on the Game to End 1-1
Despite Barcelona’s recent dominance over Atletico with four consecutive victories, this streak is likely to be halted in the forthcoming game. Recognizing Barcelona’s dip in confidence, Atletico is anticipated to adopt a more aggressive approach. Simeone’s squad specializes in capitalizing on the vulnerabilities of struggling teams.
Antoine Griezmann, a legend at the club, continues to perform at his peak. His tactical prowess is expected to trouble Barcelona’s defense, either through scoring himself or setting up opportunities for his teammates.
Likewise, Barcelona’s offense remains potent, largely due to Robert Lewandowski, who is arguably still the finest striker in La Liga.
Bet on Both Teams to Score
Both sides are expected to find the back of the net. Each team boasts extraordinary talents. Barcelona’s Lewandowski, at 36, maintains his status as the league’s premier striker. On the other hand, Atletico’s Griezmann, a key player in France’s 2018 World Cup triumph, continues to be instrumental in the club’s status as one of La Liga’s finest over the past 13 years.
