The rivalry between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona is one of the most intense and captivating fixtures in Spanish football. As two of LALIGA’s most successful and historic clubs, their encounters are filled with passion, skill, and high stakes.
Barcelona, known for their tiki-taka style and rich history of attacking football, have been dominant in Spanish and European competitions for decades. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid, with their resilient and aggressive approach under Diego Simeone, have established themselves as one of the toughest teams to beat in Spain.
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Matches between these two clubs often carry huge significance in the LALIGA title race. Coming in the midst of a two-legged Copa del Rey tie between these teams, this league clash could be absolutely vital in determining the success or failure of these two teams in terms of their LALIGA ambitions – especially with reigning champions Real Madrid hungry to leap on any points dropped.
What the teams are saying
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone on the danger offered by Barcelona:
“They attack brilliantly, their numbers speak for themselves about the season they are having.”
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick on his admiration for his Atletico Madrid counterpart Diego Simeone:
“I have the utmost respect for his work, his passion, and his emotional connection to the game. His team reflects who he is.”
Players to watch
Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid
The Argentine striker has grown into arguably Atletico Madrid’s most important player, contributing with plenty of goals and assists – all while embodying the aggression and grit that Diego Simeone wants from his team.
Lamine Yamal, Barcelona
Any chance to see Lamine Yamal weave his magic for Barcelona is one that a true football shouldn’t miss, and the teenager will look to terrorise the Atletico Madrid defence at the Metropolitano Stadium this weekend.
Head-to-head
In head-to-head stats, Atletico and Barcelona have met in 243 matches across all competitions since 1925. The Blaugrana have claimed 110 wins compared to 77 for Los Rojiblancos, while 56 games have been drawn.
The teams’ most recent La Liga meeting was in Catalunya in December 2014, with Atletico claiming a 2-1 away triumph. Barca led through Pedri’s opening goal, but the Madrid club netted via Rodrigo de Paul and Alexander Sorloth to claim all three points.
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Broadcast details
Sunday March 16, 2025
22:00: Atletico Madrid v Barcelona – Live on SuperSport La Liga and SuperSport Maximo 3 or SuperSport GOtv La Liga.
