On the occasion of the last match of 2024, the FC Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid meet for a shock at the top of La Liga. Saturday at 9 p.m., on the pitch of the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic, the Blaugrana must take all 3 points if they want to ensure they remain leaders during the Christmas break. Currently, they are tied on points with the Colchoneros, who have a game in hand.
Opposing dynamics
The months of November and December were complicated for Barça in the league. Of the 7 matches played in La Liga, the Catalans have only won two. The two draws and three defeats allowed Barça's rivals to catch up, but not overtake them. However, the FC Barcelona must return to victory quickly if he wants to keep his throne.
Atlético remains on 11 consecutive victories since October 27 and a defeat at Benito Villamarín, against Betis. The Blaugrana will have the tough mission to end the prolific streak of the most in-form team in Europe currently.
Duel of 9: Lewandowski – Sorloth
Atlético can count on an attacking trio that is working at full speed. Griezmann, Julian Alvarez et Sorloth will be the main threats for the Catalans. We also find Marcos Llorente, Rodrigo de Paul and Clement Lenglet in Diego Simeone's team.
Robert Lewandowski will also have to win his duel against Alexander Sorloth, second top scorer in La Liga in 2024 behind the Pole (24 goals for the Colchonero, 27 for the Blaugrana).
This season, Lewandowski scored 16 goals in 17 matches. The Madrid striker has scored 7 matches.
The previous duels, to the advantage of the Culers
Lewandowski and Raphinha will have to lead the Blaugrana attack, in the absence of Lamine Yamalhit in the ankle. Barça remains on 5 victories against Atlético and intends to continue its series. In addition, Atlético has not won in 18 matches in Barcelona (5 draws and 13 defeats).
Saturday evening, Culer supporters are hoping for a nice gift from the men of Hansi Flick. To spend the holidays with a smile on your face. Force Barça!
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