Match Preview: Levante UD vs Club Atlético de Madrid

What we know

Levante UD will face Atlético Madrid with significant injury concerns, as several key players are sidelined. Meanwhile, Atlético also has notable absences that could impact their performance.

Availability

Levante will be missing Diego Pampín (leg injury), Víctor García (physical discomfort), Roger Brugué (ligament injury), and U. Elgezabal (meniscus injury). For Atlético Madrid, the absence of A. Griezmann, Nahuel Molina, Jan Oblak, and M. Llorente due to injuries poses a challenge for their expected lineup.

Tactical note

Levante is likely to deploy a formation aimed at solidifying their defense, while Atlético Madrid might maintain an attacking approach in hopes of exploiting Levante’s weakened side.

What to watch

This match presents an opportunity for Levante to gain momentum against a strong Atlético Madrid, who are in good form despite their injury issues. The history between the two teams suggests a closely contested game, with Levante historically winning only a fraction of their encounters.