La Liga defending champions FC Barcelona welcome their rivals Atletico Madrid in what is expected to be a cracker of a match. Ahead of the much-anticipated clash, but sides need nothing less than a win in order to take full control of La Liga table over the weekend. Both teams are tied on points (48) but the Blaugrana have a superior goal difference.
Luis Enrique’s men come into this fixture with a better record against their rivals at the Nou Camp. Barca have won all their last five matches against Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou and they would want to extend the impressive record to a six-match unbeaten run. The last time Diego Simeone’s men beat The Catalans at the Nou Camp was back in February 2006.
Atletico come into this fixture having being eliminated from the Copa del Rey after losing 2-3 to Celta Vigo at home on Wednesday night. This was the first time they were conceding three goals in one match at their backyard since losing 2-3 to Barcelona in January 2015. Sadly, the 2014 La Liga winners have not won a match in their last three fixtures in all competitions.
Team news
FC Barcelona
The Spanish giants could welcome midfielder Arda Turan and full-back Jordi Alba, while centre-back Gerard Pique returns after serving his one-match suspension. Also, Neymar (inset) could be available for selection after recovering from a hamstring problem.
Atletico Madrid
Fernando Torres is fighting to pass a late fitness test in order to be available for the high-profile derby but Lucas Hernandez is doubtful for the clash due to a back injury. Striker Angel Correa will also be unavailable for the clash due to suspension.
Which channel is broadcasting Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid on TV or Online?
- USA: On beIN Sports USA, fuboTV, beIN Sports en Español on beIN SPORTS CONNECT U.S.A. at 10:00 EST.
- Canada: On beIN SPORTS CONNECT Canada, beIN Sports Canada on beIN Sports en Español at 10: 00 EST.
- Spain: Tune in to Canal+ Multideporte 7, Canal+ Liga / HD, Abono Futbol or Movistar TV Fútbol at exactly 16:00 CET to watch Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid on January 30, 2016 live from the Nou Camp.
Alternatively, check additional broadcast options for your specific country on our live broadcast page.
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Quick facts
- Barca have scored over 2.5 goals in their last 10 home games in La Liga
- Barca have scored at least 4 goals in their last 3 La Liga matches at home
- Atletico have kept a clean sheet in 9 or their last 11 matches in the league
- Barca have won 10 of their last 11 La Liga matches
- Barca have won their last five matches against Atletico in all competitions
- Barca have kept a clean sheet in five of their last six matches at the Camp Nou in La Liga
- Atletico have not been beaten in 17 of their last 19 matches away from home in La Liga
- Diego Simeone’s men have scored at least two goals in their last 3 away matches in La Liga
Probable lineups:
Barcelona: Bravo; Alves, Pique, Mascherano, Alba; Turan, Busquets, Iniesta; Messi, Suarez, Neymar
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Juanfran, Gimenez, Godin, Luis; Saul, Gabi, Fernandez, Koke; Vietto, Griezman
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