Barcelona vs Atletico: High-stakes showdown at La Liga summit

Atletico Madrid arrive in scintillating form, having won their last five matches across all competitions. Diego Simeone's side have shown consistency, resilience, and attacking flair, making them the team to beat this season. They will be eager to extend their streak in what is set to be a hostile environment.
Barcelona, on the other hand, have experienced a dip in form after a stellar start under Hansi Flick. The Catalans have managed just two wins in their last five matches, drawing once and suffering two defeats.
Injuries have played their part, with the absence of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal proving particularly costly in recent weeks. Without Yamal's creativity and spark, the Catalan giants have struggled to break down stubborn defences.
The stakes could not be higher, as a win for Atletico would further cement their position at the summit, while Barcelona desperately need all three points to remain in the title race. Kick-off is set for 21.00 CET, and all eyes will be on the Lluis Companys Stadium for what promises to be a thrilling night of football.
Barcelona possible lineup: Pena (GK); Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Balde; Casado, Pedri; Olmo, Fermin Lopez, Raphinha; Lewandowski.
Atletico Madrid possible lineup: Oblak (GK); Llorente, Gimenez, Lenglet, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Alvarez and Griezmann.