Atletico Madrid, unbeaten in the 2023-24 Champions League, faces a formidable task against Feyenoord in their upcoming match in the Netherlands.
While Atletico leads Group E, Feyenoord, positioned third, aims to secure crucial points for advancing to the knockout stages.
Match Preview:
Feyenoord’s Champions League journey has been a blend of victories and defeats, with impressive home wins against Celtic and Lazio but setbacks on the road.
Their recent 1-0 loss to Lazio heightened the pressure as they aim to resurrect their last-16 hopes.
Feyenoord’s formidable home record, buoyed by Santiago Gimenez’s scoring prowess, presents a strong challenge for Atletico.
Atletico Madrid, atop Group E, seeks to continue their unbeaten streak. Despite drawing away matches against Lazio and Celtic, Atletico’s home dominance secured eight points and a guaranteed spot in the Europa League’s knockout rounds.
Diego Simeone’s side aims to secure an early last-16 qualification, though their away form in the Champions League remains a concern.
Feyenoord’s Champions League form: WLWL
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Atletico Madrid’s Champions League form: DWDW
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Team News:
Feyenoord faces absences, notably Alireza Jahanbakhsh and Bart Nieuwkoop due to injuries. However, in-form Santiago Gimenez’s goal-scoring prowess boosts their attack.
Atletico Madrid continues without Thomas Lemar and Vitolo due to injuries, while Rodrigo de Paul returns after suspension.
Key players like Jose Maria Gimenez and Nahuel Molina could re-enter the starting lineup.
Predicted Lineups:
Feyenoord:(4-2-3-1)
Bijlow;
Geertruida, Trauner, Hancko, Hartman;
Wieffer, Timber;
Paixao, Stengs, Ivanusec;
Gimenez
Atletico Madrid:(3-4-2-1)
Oblak;
Gimenez, Witsel, Hermoso;
Molina, De Paul, Koke, Riquelme;
Correa, Griezmann;
Morata
Prediction:
While Feyenoord’s home form poses a challenge, Atletico’s resilience may secure them a point in the Netherlands.
- Our prediction: Feyenoord 2-2 Atletico Madrid