Atlético de Madrid Looks to Bounce Back Against Alavés

After a midweek draw in the Champions League, Atlético de Madrid is determined to return to their winning ways as they face off against Alavés on Sunday night. Currently sitting at a strong position in LaLiga’s title race with a record of 7-1-1 and 22 points, a victory against Alavés would not only solidify their position but also push them past Barcelona into third place. This match also marks their 15th consecutive home win in all competitions dating back to last season.

Atlético Madrid faced a tough challenge against Celtic in their recent game, resulting in a 2-2 draw. However, the team witnessed excellent performances from Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata, who once again found the back of the net. These two players have been consistent goal-scorers throughout the season’s opening months, making them a formidable partnership.

According to Diario AS, Atlético Madrid boasts the fourth-most effective partnership in Europe, with Morata scoring 9 goals and Griezmann scoring 8 goals so far this season. Their success is no secret, as Diego Simeone mentioned in a recent media interview, citing their impressive form and partnership as the key to their high-flying start.

On the other side of the pitch, Alavés has had a challenging season, with a record of 2-3-5 and only 9 points. Despite generating at least 1.5 expected goals per game in their past five matches, they have yet to secure a victory. However, there may be a glimmer of hope for Alavés, especially with loaned forward Samu Omorodion in their ranks. Samu, who joined Alavés from Atlético Madrid at the end of August, has already scored twice for the team. Although he underperformed his expected goals, there is optimism surrounding his potential impact on the match at Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano.

Atlético de Madrid’s defense will receive a boost with the return of José Giménez, who has been absent for four weeks due to a foot injury. Marcos Llorente’s impressive performance as a substitute during the Celtic match might secure him a spot in the starting 11, potentially replacing Saúl Ñíguez. However, there is uncertainty at the left wing-back position in Samuel Lino’s absence, which might lead to Saúl playing there himself.

Despite the challenges faced by both teams, Atlético de Madrid remains optimistic. Diego Simeone acknowledges the importance of having more players available and is focused on starting strong against Alavés, playing the game they have envisioned.

Match Details:

• Date: Oct. 29, 2023
• Location: Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano, Madrid
• Kickoff Time: 9:00 p.m. CET, 8:00 p.m. GMT, 4:00 p.m. ET, 1:00 p.m. PT
• Available TV/Streaming: ESPN+ (United States), Movistar+ (Spain), Viaplay Sports 1 (United Kingdom)

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