Atletico Madrid vs Alaves Predictions

Atletico Madrid vs Alaves Predictions for Sunday’s La Liga clash. Atletico Madrid are set to pursue their sixth consecutive La Liga win as they host Alaves at Wanda Metropolitano this Sunday evening. Will they succeed? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

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Atletico Madrid vs Alaves Predictions

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More Than Just a Clash at the Top

The Wanda Metropolitano braces for a fervent encounter this Sunday night as Atletico Madrid, on a hot streak with five successive La Liga triumphs, prepares to host a struggling Alaves side. It’s the classic juxtaposition of a team in supreme form against another that’s struggling to find its feet.

Atletico’s Dominant Start

Fourth in the La Liga standings, Diego Simeone’s battalion have amassed an impressive 22 points from their initial nine matches of the season. But it’s worth noting that Atletico have a game in hand over most of the league due to a postponed fixture with Sevilla, attributed to inclement weather in the Madrid region. Given their current form, they could potentially top the table if they had played that match. And with titans Barcelona and Real Madrid clashing this weekend, the window of opportunity beckons for Atletico to inch closer to La Liga’s pinnacle.

The Red and Whites’ recent La Liga exploits have been nothing short of spectacular. Their 3-0 thumping of Celta Vigo stands as a testament to their prowess, a significant rebound from their unexpected 3-0 defeat to Valencia. European ventures provided a minor hiccup as they scraped a 2-2 draw against Celtic in the Champions League. Yet, their mettle was evident as they twice came from behind, underlining their tenacity.

Alaves’ Uphill Battle

Luis Garcia’s Alaves, however, presents a contrasting narrative. Despite their commendable draws against formidable opponents like Real Betis and Villarreal, they haven’t tasted victory since their triumph over Valencia in early September. With a paltry eight goals from 10 matches, their offensive shortcomings are clear, trailing only Las Palmas in goal-scoring droughts. Historically, Alaves’ trips to Madrid haven’t been fruitful either, with a 4-1 drubbing in their last encounter in the 2021-22 season.

Key Players and Tactical Nuances

The clash might very well be determined in the midfield, with Atletico’s Marcos Llorente and Pablo Barrios expected to be instrumental. Alaves’ wide players, Luis Rioja and Alex Sola, will be critical to breaking down Atletico’s robust defence. In the anticipated key duel, the interplay between Antoine Griezmann, Alvaro Morata, and Alaves’ defensive line could be the turning point.

However, injuries could play a significant role. Atletico’s infirmary is filled with key names like Samuel Lino, Jose Gimenez, and Memphis Depay. Simeone, in his quintessential pragmatic style, might bring in Llorente and Barrios to plug these gaps.

On the Alaves side, they’ll be missing the likes of Carlos Benavidez and Giuliano Simeone, but their recent performance against Villarreal, particularly from Samu, offers a glimmer of hope.

Strengths, Weaknesses

Simeone’s strategic acumen is his strength, but his rigidity can sometimes backfire. On the contrary, Garcia needs to be lauded for guiding a recently promoted team, but his side’s goal drought is a concern.

Pundit’s Predictions

1. Match Outcome: Given Atletico’s form and home advantage, a win for the home side seems plausible. However, given Alaves’ recent resilience, a draw shouldn’t be ruled out.

2. Correct Score Prediction: With Atletico’s attacking flair and Alaves’ defensive lapses, a 2-0 scoreline in favour of Atletico Madrid is conceivable.

3. Goalscorer Prediction: Antoine Griezmann has been in splendid form, and betting on him to find the back of the net seems like a smart wager.

4. Corner Analysis: Historically, Atletico’s attacking play yields a decent number of corners. Predicting a total of 9 corners, with a slight edge to Atletico, is reasonable.

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