Atlético Madrid is set to face Atlético Baleares in the Copa del Rey round of 16 for the 2025/26 season. The match will take place in Palma de Mallorca, with the visitors eager to advance further in the tournament.
Match Details
The upcoming clash between Atlético Baleares and Atlético Madrid will occur as follows:
- City: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Date: Wednesday, December 17
- Time:
- 1:00 PM (ET, USA)
- 12:00 PM (Mexico)
- 7:00 PM (Spain)
- Stadium: Estadio Balear
How to Watch Atlético Baleares vs Atlético Madrid
Fans can watch the match through various broadcasting options:
- United States: ESPN Select and ESPN App
- Mexico: To be confirmed
- Spain: Movistar Plus+
Recent Performance
Atlético Baleares
Atlético Baleares recently had a setback, losing to Terrassa 3-1 after a four-match winning streak. They are aiming to climb the ranks in the Segunda Federación, trailing the group leader, Poblense, by just one point.
Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid, managed by Diego Simeone, is currently in fourth place in LaLiga and is a favorite to win the Copa del Rey. This match is crucial for their aspirations to secure silverware this season.
However, Atlético Madrid will miss players Marcos Llorente, Álex Baena, and José María Giménez due to injuries.
Expected Lineups
Atlético Baleares
- Goalkeeper: Pablo García
- Defenders: Guillem Castell, Jaume Pol, Alex Pérez, Miguelito
- Midfielders: Víctor Morillo, Jofre, Ulrich, Gerardo
- Forwards: Moha, Tovar
Atlético Madrid
- Goalkeeper: Jan Oblak
- Defenders: Matteo Ruggeri, David Hancko, Marc Pubill, Nahuel Molina
- Midfielders: Nico González, Koke, Pablo Barrios, Giuliano Simeone
- Forwards: Julián Álvarez, Alexander Sorloth
Match Prediction
Given the strength gap between the two teams, Atlético Madrid is likely to secure a comfortable victory. A predicted scoreline could be Atlético Baleares 0 – 3 Atlético Madrid. This match is expected to be a memorable occasion for Atlético Baleares as they host a prominent club.
