Atletico Madrid take on the visitors Levante in the round 12 match of Spanish LaLiga. The match will be played on Saturday, November 8th at Metropolitano Stadium (Madrid).
Atletico still look unconvincing, though they are gradually improving. The “Mattress Makers” have kept faith in their long-serving manager for a record-breaking spell. Although two seasons ago they finished only fourth, below Girona, and even in the 2024/2025 campaign they failed to become real contenders for Real Madrid or Barcelona despite a major squad overhaul. The new season began poorly, with painful defeats both in La Liga (to Espanyol) and in the Champions League (to Liverpool), and it seemed that dark clouds were gathering over Simeone. Yet, as often happens, this was followed by a string of strong results, highlighted by a 5-2 win in the Madrid derby against Real Madrid. There were still setbacks — most notably the 0-4 thrashing by Arsenal — but the situation eventually stabilized. Since then, Atletico have picked up momentum, securing wins over Sevilla last weekend and Union Berlin in midweek European action. Recent performances show that Atletico are regaining their balance between defense and attack. They look more organized and mentally resilient, suggesting that the team is finally starting to find rhythm after a rocky start.
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Levante spent three years in Segunda, but under Julian Calero they made a remarkable leap forward last season, becoming the first team to secure promotion back to La Liga. Unsurprisingly, life in the top flight has been much tougher. After losing their first three matches in August, the newcomers started to pick up points and even earned wins against weaker opposition — 4-0 versus Girona and 2-0 against Oviedo. In the Copa del Rey, they managed to edge Orihuela 4-3 after a chaotic match, but last weekend they fell again at home, losing 1-2 to Celta Vigo. Levante’s performances have been inconsistent, and their defense remains fragile. They show determination, but a lack of top-tier experience and composure under pressure continues to hold them back.
Between 2021 and 2022, Levante went unbeaten in four straight matches against the Madrid giants, alternating between draws and wins — though they were relegated that same season. They later lost 0-2 in the Copa del Rey clash in January 2023. Diego Simeone’s men have found their rhythm and should face little resistance from the newcomers — the bet here is on Atletico to win with a -1.5 handicap.
Prediction for the match: Atletico Madrid to win with -1.5 handicap.
