Atletico’s Title Quest Begins with Tough Espanyol Test
Spanish La Liga - RCD Espanyol VS Atletico Madrid
Match Time:18-08-2025 03:30 Monday (GMT+8)
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Atletico Madrid start their 2025-26 La Liga title bid with a tough away game against Espanyol, who narrowly avoided relegation last season, while Atletico finished third behind Barcelona.
Team Analysis:
Espanyol narrowly avoided relegation last season and aim to improve after signing nine new players, including Roberto Fernandez. They had a strong pre-season, drawing with Newcastle recently.
Atletico Madrid, finishing third last year, look to close the gap on the top teams with several new signings. Despite a busy summer and participation in the Club World Cup, Atletico face a tough challenge to reclaim the La Liga title.
Player Situation:
Espanyol will miss Javi Hernandez but likely field new signings Fernandez, Dmitrovic, and Rubio, with Javi Puado also starting. Atletico may debut five new players including Hancko, Ruggeri, Cardoso, Baena, and Almada. Julian Alvarez, their top scorer last season, will lead the attack.
Result Prediction:
Espanyol can challenge Atletico, but the visitors are expected to secure the win despite integrating several new players.
Predicted Result: Espanyol 0-1 Atletico Madrid.
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