Atletico Madrid vs Las Palmas Prediction: Atletico Madrid will be looking to bounce back in La Liga when they host Las Palmas this Sunday. Currently fourth in the league standings, Atletico’s start to the season has been inconsistent, with five draws and a recent 1-0 loss to Real Betis setting them back.
Despite these stumbles, manager Diego Simeone remains committed to pushing the team back on track, and he’ll aim for a strong showing against a resurgent Las Palmas, who have won their last three games in all competitions.
Can Atletico Madrid Turn Things Around?
Since taking over in 2011, Simeone has transformed Atletico into one of Spain’s top teams, winning two La Liga titles and establishing a lasting rivalry with heavyweights Real Madrid and Barcelona. But after a summer of significant spending—totaling €185 million on new recruits—the pressure is mounting.
Atletico have struggled to maintain consistency, especially in the Champions League, where they narrowly escaped defeat to RB Leipzig on matchday one, followed by losses to Benfica and Lille. These setbacks have led to questions about whether Simeone can still keep pace with Atletico’s ambitions.
Reflecting on recent performances, Simeone acknowledged, “We need to keep improving, and that starts with me. The new players are adjusting, but it’s essential to make the most of their strengths.”
Las Palmas Riding a Wave of Confidence
Las Palmas, led by new manager Diego Martinez, have climbed from the bottom of the table after winning back-to-back games against Valencia and Girona. A solid 7-0 win in the Copa del Rey against Ontinena on Thursday further boosted the team’s confidence ahead of Sunday’s clash.
The 18th-placed Las Palmas have shown resilience, which should make them a challenging opponent for Atletico. Their recent form marks a promising period for the club, who have often struggled at this level since their promotion.
Even though they face a daunting record against Atletico, conceding 18 goals in their last four encounters, their morale-boosting recent victories indicate they might not go down easily.
Key Players to Watch
Julian Alvarez has emerged as one of Atletico’s most promising new signings this season. After leaving Manchester City for more opportunities in his preferred forward role, the Argentine has begun to find his rhythm, netting twice in the last four games.
Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann are expected to lead Atletico’s front line, supported by midfielders Koke and Rodrigo De Paul.
For Las Palmas, forward Fabio Silva and midfielder Kirian Rodriguez have been in strong form, while Jaime Mata, who scored four goals in Las Palmas’ recent Copa del Rey win, may come off the bench.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Molina, Witsel, Gimenez, Reinildo; De Paul, Koke, Gallagher, Lino; Alvarez, Griezmann
Las Palmas: Cillessen; Rozada, Suarez, McKenna, Munoz; Essugo, Campana; Fuster, K. Rodriguez, Moleiro; Silva
Predictions
Although Las Palmas come into the match in excellent form, Atletico Madrid’s depth and home advantage make them favorites to win. However, with Atletico’s recent defensive lapses, it wouldn’t be surprising if Las Palmas manage to score.
Prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-1 Las Palmas
Betting Tips
Atletico Madrid to Win and Both Teams to Score: Las Palmas’ recent performances indicate they could find the net, but Atletico should have the edge overall.
Draw at Half-Time: Atletico often take time to build momentum, which might allow Las Palmas to keep the scoreline level by halftime.
This matchup promises to be an engaging contest as Atletico Madrid aim to assert themselves in the league, while Las Palmas look to continue their resurgence. Don’t miss the action on Sunday afternoon at the Estadio Civitas Metropolitano.
