Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Champions League, January 21, 2025
Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen Preview
- Tournament: Champions League
- Date: Tuesday, Jan 21
- Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Metropolitano Stadium, Spain
Leverusen will travel to Atletico Madrid in their seventh game of the 2024/25 Champions League season at Metropolitano Stadium. The German giants are on an 11-match unbeaten run across all competitions this season but could struggle against the Spanish leaders.
Hosts Atletico Madrid are one of the most successful teams in Spain and are occupying the top position in the La Liga standings with 44 points after 20 games. Los Colchoneros have lost twice in the domestic league this season and have tallied 58 shots, 2,321 passes, and 54.0% possession in their last five La Liga games. Alexander Sørloth is the leading goalscorer with eight goals followed by Antoine Griezmann with seven. Rodrigo De Paul is leading the assist chart with five to his name.
Meanwhile, Leverkusen had a decent start to their debut Champions League campaign as they are sitting fourth in the league table with 13 points after six games. Xabi Alonso’s side have one of the most offensive records this season. Patrik Schick is leading the goalscoring charts with 11 goals whereas Florian Wirtz has bagged seven assists this season.
Atletico Madrid Team News
Atletico Madrid would be without the services of Jose Gimenez in this midweek tie. The likes of Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann are likely to be the front two in the attack with Alexander Sorloth finding himself once again on the bench.
Leverkusen Team News
As for Leverkusen, they will be without attackers Amine Adli, Victor Boniface, and Jonas Hofmann in this crucial tie. Granit Xhaka and Exequiel Palacios are expected to start in midfield whereas striker Patrik Schick will lead the attack. Defender Jeanuel Belocian is also sidelined with a long-term ACL injury.
Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup: (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Oblak
Defenders: Llorente, Gimenez, Lenglet, Galan
Midfielders: Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher
Forwards: Griezmann, Alvarez
Leverkusen predicted lineup: (3-4-2-1)
Goalkeeper: Hradecky
Defenders: Mukiele, Tapsoba, Hincapie
Midfielders: Frimpong, Xhaka, Palacios, Grimaldo
Forwards: Terrier, Wirtz; Schick
Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have faced off only 10 times in the past, with Atletico Madrid winning three of those games. Leverkusen have also won three between both sides, whereas the remaining four games ended in a draw.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| October 26, 2022 | Atletico Madrid 2-2 Leverkusen | UEFA Champions League |
| September 13, 2022 | Leverkusen 2-0 Atletico Madrid | UEFA Champions League |
| November 06, 2019 | Leverkusen 2-1 Atletico Madrid | UEFA Champions League |
| October 22, 2019 | Atletico Madrid 1-0 Leverkusen | UEFA Champions League |
| March 15, 2017 | Atletico Madrid 0-0 Leverkusen | UEFA Champions League |
Key Players to Watch in Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen
Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid)
The Frenchman is regarded as one of the most influential players in Diego Simeone’s side and remains the undisputed starter in his squad. His imperious form for Roj Blancos this season has put Atletico in the top spot of the La Liga table. Griezmann has scored 12 goals in 28 appearances across all competitions and has an xG of 1.19 in his last five games.
Patrik Schick (Leverkusen)
Leverkusen star Patrik Schick has been setting a bar in the Bundesliga after scoring four goals against SC Freiburg before the winter break. The 28-year-old is regarded as one of the best strikers in Germany and has scored 12 goals in 15 Bundesliga games this season.
Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen Prediction
Atletico Madrid are not expected to get an easy three points against the visitors in this home tie. Los Rojiblancos are coming off a surprising 1-0 defeat to Leganes in their last game ending their 14-match unbeaten run in the domestic league. Atletico boast five wins from their last six games but have made an inconsistent start to their Champions League campaign.
As for Leverkusen, they have made a decent start to the domestic campaign and are sitting just four points behind league-leaders Bayern Munich in the league table. They enter this fixture on the back of spectacular form, having won each of their last five fixtures across all competitions. Die Schwarzroten have achieved victories in each of their last 11 fixtures and would be unstoppable on Tuesday night.
Predicted Score: Atletico Madrid 1-1 Leverusen
Where to Watch Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | CBS and TUDN |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | Sony |
| Spain | DAZN Spain |
FAQs
Q. When is Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen?
The Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen game will be played on 21st January at Metropolitano Stadium.
Q. Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen live for free?
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Q. What is the predicted score in Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen?
The predicted score for Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen is 1-1.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Atletico Madrid vs Leverkusen?
Both Leverkusen and Atletico Madrid played 10 games. Atletico Madrid recorded three wins, Leverkusen managed three whereas the other four games ended in a draw.