La Liga serves up a fascinating encounter on September 5th, 2026, as Athletic Club host Atletico Madrid. The home side comes into this fixture struggling significantly, having lost four of their last five matches, reflecting their overall win rate of just 35% this season. With 33 goals scored and 45 conceded, their defensive frailties have been evident, and they face a formidable challenge against a strong Atletico side.
Diego Simeone's men, despite a recent wobble of three losses in their last five, still boast a superior record of 17 wins from 31 games and a 55% win rate. Their 51 goals scored highlight an attacking potency that Athletic Club will struggle to contain, while 32 conceded shows their typical defensive solidity. Recent head-to-head encounters have been tight, with Atletico edging most contests, but Athletic did secure a narrow 1-0 victory in one of their last five meetings. Given Athletic's current form and Atletico's overall strength, the draw and away win are deemed equally likely outcomes, indicating a tough afternoon for the hosts at San Mamés.
1. U. Simon, 12. J. Areso, 4. A. Paredes, 14. A. Laporte, 17. Y. Berchiche, 16. I. Ruiz de Galarreta, 24. B. Gerenabarrena, 23. R. Navarro, 8. O. Sancet, 7. A. Berenguer, 9. I. Williams
13. J. Oblak, 14. M. Llorente, 18. M. Pubill, 17. D. Hancko, 22. A. Grimaldo, 20. G. Simeone, 8. P. Barrios, 23. M. Hjulmand, 11. A. Lookman, 7. Lee Kang-In, 10. A. Baena
Match events
39' Card Yellow Card — Lee Kang-In (Atletico Madrid)
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