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The Madrid derby promises to be electric this Saturday evening at Santiago Bernabeu. More than a simple confrontation between two historical rivals, this meeting will decide which will take the lead of the Liga, with Real Madrid currently leader of a point in front of Atlético. But beyond the ranking, it is a match loaded with tensions, marked by arbitral controversies and acerbic exchanges between the two clubs, fueling an already burning atmosphere.
A Real Madrid in search of stability
Real Madrid, although leader, is going through a sawtooth period. The recent defeat against Espanyol revealed disturbing defensive weaknesses, exacerbated by the absences of Militao, Alaba and Rüdiger. Ancelotti must compose with a reworked defense where Tchouameni and Asencio could be established in a central hinge. On the other hand, the attack remains the strong point of the Merengue, with Bellingham, Rodrygo, Mbappé and Vinicius, authors of 62 goals this season, only ten less than the entire workforce of Atlético.
Griezmann could play his last derby tonight.
Atlético Madrid, solid and ambitious
For its part, Atlético Madrid displays an impressive defensive solidity. With only seven goals collected less than their rival, the men of Simeone rely on an intensity and a defensive rigor that have made their strength. The depth of their workforce is an asset, with players like Sorho and Correa capable of making the difference at the bench. On the move, Atlético has imposed itself with 18 points gleaned outside, but remains on a scarcity at the Bernabeu since 2016.
This derby will therefore be much more than a simple match: a strategic confrontation where each error could cost dearly in the title race. The tension is at its height, and the two coaches, Ancelotti and Simeone, will be keen to mark this meeting of their imprint.
Time and place of the match
23rd Liga Day
Santiago Bernabeu stadium
Saturday February 8, 2025
At 9 p.m. French time
Real Madrid – Atlético Madrid
Real Madrid's probable compos – Atlético Madrid
Real Madrid: Courtois; Vazquez, tchouameni, asencio, Mendy; Valverde, Camavonga; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinicius; Mbappe
Atletico: Oblak; Llorente, Gimenez, Lenglet, Galan; Simeone, from Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Alvarez, Griezmann.
On which chain to follow the Real Madrid – Atlético Madrid match?
The meeting between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid will be followed this Saturday, February 08, 2025 from 9 p.m. on BeIN Sports 2.. You will also be able to view the streaming match on the dedicated group platform, Bein Connect.