With Barcelona traveling to surprising seventh-place Real Betis, this weekend could give Atleti a chance to close the gap to first place.
Category: Soccer
Can Lingard, Pogba and Defense Help Man U Gain Separation?
After three draws during the holiday period, Man U have started to turn their luck and skill around with back to back 2-0 wins vs. Everton in the League and at Derby in the FA Cup.
Is Liverpool the next man up in the Premier League?
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Roberto Firmino combined for two goals and Liverpool barely held on to defeat Manchester City on Sunday.
Match Preview: Atlético vs. Sevilla
The Copa del Rey could be Atlético's best shot at a 2018 trophy. Sevilla's poor form and Atleti's recent wins should open up a spot in the semifinals.
Match Preview: Eibar vs. Atlético
Without Gabi to set things up and defend or Costa to score the goals, Eibar could prove a real test, especially with rain in the forecast.
Match Preview: Atlético vs. Getafe
If Atleti can bring the same attacking mentality, they should have no problem defeating Getafe.
Match Preview: Atlético vs. Real Sociedad
Coming off three consecutive moral-boosting wins, all by two or more goals, Atleti looks to continue the streak this Saturday as they welcome Real Sociedad to the Spanish Capital.
Match Preview: Atlético vs. Roma
Atletico need two wins and a lot of help to advance to the CL knockout stage.
Match Preview: Deportivo vs. Atlético
Atleti must capitalize against their bitter rivals in a rainy fixture.
Talking Tactics Part 2: Atlético vs. Barcelona
Barcelona take their nine match winning streak into Madrid this Saturday for what is sure to be one of the best matches of the young La Liga season.