In an intriguing matchup, Celta de Vigo aims for their first win of the season against a formidable Atlético Madrid squad. Celta, alongside Girona, has yet to secure a victory in LaLiga this season, making this encounter all the more crucial.
Celta’s Recent Performance
Celta recently enjoyed a much-needed boost after defeating PAOK 3-1 in the UEFA Europa League. Striker Borja Iglesias scored, marking his sixth goal in as many matches. This performance tied him with Pahíño for the most goals in consecutive games since the 1947-48 season.
Despite their European success, Celta has struggled defensively this season. Each mistake has been costly, highlighting vulnerabilities that need addressing. Key players like Marcos Alonso, Starfelt, and Iago Aspas have been pivotal in reviving the team’s form.
Match Details
The upcoming match will see Celta hosting Atlético Madrid, who currently sit fifth in the league table with 12 points. In contrast, Celta is placed at 17th, holding just 5 points.
Team Lineups
- Celta de Vigo: Radu; Javi Rodríguez, Starfelt, Marcos Alonso; Óscar Mingueza, Hugo Sotelo, Moriba, Hugo Álvarez or Sergio Carreira; Iago Aspas, Bryan Zaragoza, Borja Iglesias.
- Atlético Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Hancko; Giuliano, Barrios, Koke, Nico González; Griezmann, Julián Alvarez.
Injury Updates
- Celta: Ristic is ruled out due to injury. Javi Rueda is questionable with a musculature issue.
- Atlético: Almada, Giménez, and Cardoso are sidelined with injuries. Sorloth has recently joined Atlético.
Remarks from Coaches
Celta’s coach Giráldez emphasized that Atlético serves as a model for teams to emulate. Meanwhile, Atlético’s Simeone praised Celta’s playing style, hinting at the tactical challenge ahead.
Milestone Moments
Iago Aspas is on the verge of matching Manolo for the most official matches played for Celta, reaching a total of 533 appearances.
As both teams prepare for the clash, fans can expect an intense match. Celta needs this victory to reignite their season, while Atlético aims to continue their upward trajectory.
