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The Estadio Municipal de Butarque will host a fascinating La Liga clash as Leganes welcome Atletico Madrid on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 3.15 PM UK time. This match sees Atletico, the league leaders, aiming for their 16th consecutive win across all competitions, while Leganes, sitting 16th, look to pull further away from the relegation zone. Atletico come into this match on the back of a 4-0 Copa del Rey victory over Elche, while Leganes secured a 3-2 win over Almeria in the same competition.

Atletico are in extraordinary form, with 15 straight wins, while Leganes have lost just one of their last five matches. Can Atletico continue their historic run, or will Leganes pull off a shock result?

Team Analysis:

Leganes:

Leganes have been in mixed form this season, sitting 16th in the table with 19 points from 19 games. Under Borja Jimenez, they have shown resilience, losing just one of their last five matches across all competitions. Their recent 3-2 Copa del Rey victory over Almeria showcased their attacking potential, but their league form has been inconsistent, with a 1-1 draw against Espanyol in their last outing.

Key players like Miguel de la Fuente, Dani Raba, and Yvan Neyou will need to step up if Leganes are to secure a positive result. However, injuries to Enric Franquesa and suspensions for Juan Soriano, Jorge Saenz, and Oscar Rodriguez could weaken their squad. Leganes’ home form has been poor, with just 10 points from nine games at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque this season.

Atletico Madrid:

Atletico Madrid have been in sensational form this season, sitting 1st in the table with 49 points from 19 games. Under Diego Simeone, they are on a historic 15-game winning streak across all competitions, including eight consecutive league wins. Their recent 4-0 Copa del Rey victory over Elche highlighted their attacking prowess, with Alexander Sorloth scoring a brace.

Key players like Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez, and Rodrigo de Paul have been instrumental in Atletico’s success. However, the absence of Jose Gimenez due to injury could weaken their defence. Atletico’s away form has been solid, with five wins, three draws, and one loss in their nine away league games this season.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters:

The rivalry between Leganes and Atletico has been one-sided, with Atletico winning four of the last five meetings. Leganes’ last victory over Atletico came in 2019, with a 2-0 win at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque. Atletico’s last victory at this venue was a 1-0 win in 2023.

Prediction:

This match is heavily skewed in Atletico’s favour, with their historic winning streak and attacking firepower making them clear favourites. However, Leganes’ resilience and home advantage could make this a closer contest than expected. Expect Atletico to edge it.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Leganes 0-2 Atletico Madrid

Betting Tips:

• Both Teams to Score: No
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under
• Anytime Goalscorer: Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid)
• Hot Stat: Atletico Madrid have won their last 15 matches across all competitions.

Possible Lineups:

Leganes: Dmitrovic; Rosier, Tapia, Gonzalez, Nastasic, Cruz; Raba, Cisse, Neyou, Brasanac; De la Fuente
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Griezmann, Alvarez

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