Atletico Madrid vs Elche – Predicted Lineup and Team News | OneFootball

Atletico Madrid continue their La Liga campaign with a home fixture against newly-promoted Elche at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on Saturday.

After a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Espanyol on the opening day, Diego Simeone’s side will look to bounce back against a side eager to prove they belong in the top flight.

Atletico Madrid vs Elche – Predicted Lineup and Team News

Atletico Madrid Team News

Summer signings have given Atletico’s squad a new look this season, with the arrivals of Alex Baena, David Hancko, Johnny Cardoso, and Giacomo Raspadori. The main headline remains Julian Alvarez, who has settled quickly in Madrid and scored a spectacular free-kick in the opener.

Simeone, reflecting on his tactical choices at Espanyol, admitted he “must hold on to the very good things that were seen,” acknowledging “a learning experience” regarding his substitution decisions.

Defensively, Atleti remain mostly at full strength, although Jose Gimenez continues to recover from a muscle issue. Pablo Barrios has overcome a minor muscle injury and should be available for selection after a positive fitness report from the club’s medical team.

The Atleti faithful will expect a reaction after a series of mixed pre-season results and the latest league setback. There are no fresh concerns in attack, with new additions pushing for a starting berth alongside Julian Alvarez, who has seamlessly taken a central role.

Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineup

Atletico Madrid predicted XI: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Hancko, Ruggeri; Barrios, Cardoso; Simeone, Baena, Almada; Alvarez.

When is Atletico Madrid vs Elche?

Atletico Madrid host Elche at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025. Kick-off at 6:30pm BST.

How to Watch Atletico Madrid vs Elche?

In the UK, you can watch Atletico Madrid vs Elche live on Premier Sports 2. Premier Sports is the official broadcaster showing La Liga matches this season, including Atletico Madrid’s home fixture against Elche on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, with kick-off set for 18:30 (6:30pm) UK time.

La Liga matches are also available via the Premier Sports streaming service if you have a subscription. Additionally, Disney+ streams select primetime Saturday night fixtures, but this particular match is on Premier Sports 2.

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