TIPS - Atletico Madrid VS Elche

[(Atletico Madrid) Strength]:
1. Atletico Madrid failed to take 3 points in their first league game. Thus, they are eager to win and boost their morale.
2. Atletico Madrid scored in each of the recent 3 games. In 38 league games last season, the team also had 68 goals, with an average of 1.79 goals per game, boasting commendable attack.
3. Atletico Madrid received 14 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss in 19 league games at home last season, with a high unbeaten rate and reliable home form.
4. Atletico Madrid have the upper hand with 11 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the previous 13 encounters against Elche.

[(Atletico Madrid) Weakness]:
1. Atletico Madrid midfielder Alex Baena experienced muscle discomfort during training on Wednesday. Following an evaluation by the medical team, he was diagnosed with a mild muscle injury, and his return to the pitch will be determined based on the progression of his recovery. Additionally, defender Jose Maria Gimenez is doubtful for the upcoming match due to injury.
2. Atletico Madrid surprisingly suffered a 2-1 loss to RCD Espanyol in the first league game on the road, starting with a defeat. Despite controlling 60% of possession and registering 15 shots, with 4 on target, the team failed to capitalize on their opportunities, ultimately falling short despite not being outplayed in terms of overall performance.
3. Atletico Madrid conceded in 3 of the recent 4 games, revealing unstable defense.

[(Elche) Strength]:
1. Elche took a point in their first league game, failing to secure their first win of the season. They are highly motivated to win and boost team morale.
2. Elche scored in 5 of the recent 6 games, featuring stable offense.
3. Elche kept 2 clean sheets in the recent 3 games, showing decent defensive performances.

[(Elche) Neutral]:
1. Elche play in La Liga this season as a newly promoted team. In the first league game, they drew 1-1 with Real Betis at home, both taking a point.
2. Elche recorded 7 wins, 8 draws, and 6 losses in 21 away games in the Segunda Division last season, demonstrating mediocre away performances.

[(Elche) Weakness]:
1. Elche forward Yago de Santiago will miss this game due to injury, and midfielder Josan is in doubt with an injury.

[Tips]:
Atletico Madrid started with a defeat in the first league game, so they are now eager to win.

The team significantly strengthened their squad this summer, indicating high motivation.

Elche play in La Liga this season as a newly promoted team, taking a point in the first league game.

However, their strength is inferior to that of Atletico Madrid.

Besides, Atletico Madrid intend to go all out for points in this game.

From the two teams' H2H records, Atletico Madrid have the upper hand with 11 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the previous 13 encounters against Elche.

Therefore, Atletico Madrid are expected to secure a commanding win in this game.

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