Real Madrid take on the visitors Atletico Madrid in the round 23 match of Spanish LaLiga. The match will be played on Saturday, February 8th at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid).
Real Madrid showcased their class last season, reclaiming titles in both La Liga (and previously in the Spanish Super Cup) and the Champions League. However, it seems that under Carlo Ancelotti, triumphant seasons at the Royal Club tend to alternate with periods of decline. It's not to say they haven't collected trophies this year: they convincingly secured the UEFA Super Cup in the summer and added the revived Intercontinental Cup in December. But the number of defeats suffered by the reigning Champions League holders has raised eyebrows. In the Spanish Super Cup, Barcelona deservedly thrashed them, repeating this feat in La Liga—and if not for Blaugrana's poor run afterward, Los Blancos wouldn't be leading the league. On the other hand, it's hardly Ancelotti’s fault that rivals faltered; his squad showed consistent form and climbed to first place. However, they immediately squandered much of their lead after a shocking 0-1 defeat to Espanyol. Even in the Copa del Rey, they had to stage a dramatic comeback, trailing until the final moments before clinching victory. Despite their struggles in certain competitions, Real Madrid’s depth and resilience continue to make them a formidable force in both domestic and European football.
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Atlético Madrid let their neighbors take the podium. Los Colchoneros allowed Girona to finish above them last season. There was also pressure from Athletic Bilbao, but Madrid’s second club still secured a top-four spot in La Liga, though they fell to their old rivals in the Copa del Rey semifinals. That led to a significant, and costly, squad overhaul during the summer—not without reason. With so many new faces, it’s no surprise the team stumbled early on, sparking rumors that Diego Simeone's time might be up. In response, Griezmann and company launched a record-breaking 15-game winning streak, propelling them to the top of La Liga. But they quickly dropped points, suffering a shocking defeat to Leganés and failing to beat Villarreal at home. Nevertheless, they bounced back with a win over Mallorca and completely dismantled Getafe in the Copa del Rey. Atlético's form remains unpredictable, but their ability to recover from setbacks demonstrates the team's resilience and Simeone's tactical acumen.
Six of the last seven Madrid derbies ended in high-scoring draws during regular time. However, in 2023, Atlético secured a 3-1 victory. The odds favor Ancelotti and his men, but their inconsistency raises concerns. We’ll take a risk and bet that the visitors won’t lose.
Prediction for the match: Atletico Madrid not to lose.
