Atlético Madrid will be hosting Real Valladolid at the Cívitas Metropolitano on Monday, 14th April 2025, at 21:00 EAT in a La Liga encounter that pits a top-three contender against the league's cellar team. Both sides have enormous interests in the game as Atlético aim to solidify their top-three spot and Valladolid aim to rescue themselves from relegation.
The history between the two teams has overwhelmingly favored Atlético Madrid. Atlético has won 14 out of their last 17 encounters, while Valladolid has only emerged victorious twice with one game as a draw. Crucially, Atlético has dominated recent games, including a 5-0 win on the road on November 30, 2024.
At home, Atlético's dominance is more apparent. In 45 La Liga matches at home, they have won 36 games, drawn twice, and lost only seven.
Recent Form
Atlético Madrid:
- Currently 3rd in La Liga.
- Recent form: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses in the last 5 games.
- Home form: Strong, with an average of 2.27 points per match.
Real Valladolid:
- Bottom sitter (20th) of La Liga.
- Recent form: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses in the last 5 games.
- Away record: Poor, with an average of 0.20 points per game.
Match Prediction
Given the huge disparity in recent form and previous performance, Atlético Madrid is the clear favorite to win the points. Their good home record and Valladolid's poor away record suggest a home victory for the former.
Expected Score: Atlético Madrid 3-0 Real Valladolid
Look for Atlético to overwhelm the match and capture a win that keeps them firmly in the running for a top-three finish.