Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Prediction 3 December 2025

🔈 Can the "Colchoneros" catch up with the Catalan club after the upcoming match? The Camp Nou will host a fascinating clash in the 19th round of La Liga, featuring Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. Both clubs are in the title race, adding extra intrigue to this encounter. Diego Simeone's squad trails "Barça" by just 3 points, presenting the "Indios" with a fantastic opportunity to level with the reigning national champions in points.

Head-to-Head

📊 Let's take a look at the outcomes from the last 10 head-to-head clashes between the teams: Barcelona have claimed 7 victories, there has been 1 draw, and Atletico have secured 2 wins. It's worth noting that the "Colchoneros" rarely achieve away success against the "Blaugrana" in La Liga. Last season, they managed a 2-1 win, marking their first victory since the 2005/06 campaign (3-1). However, to be fair, last year's triumph wasn't at Camp Nou but at Montjuïc. 

Barcelona Team Overview

🔵 Despite having one of the least successful transfer windows among Europe's top clubs last summer, Barcelona's mission remains unchanged: to compete for victories in all competitions. In La Liga, the Blaugrana have been convincing—following their defeat in El Clasico, they embarked on a four-match winning streak. Their consistency, coupled with Real Madrid's frequent slip-ups, has allowed Barcelona to reclaim the top spot in the La Liga standings after 14 rounds. Particularly noteworthy is Barca's dominance at home, where they have secured all 21 possible points—the best record in the league.

🔴 Last weekend, Barcelona's players were incredibly motivated—they needed to bounce back from a recent heavy European defeat and put in maximum effort to top the league standings. Their opponents were Alaves, whom they defeated 3-1. The Glorious had little to counter Hansi Flick's side once they fell behind. Surprisingly, the Babazorros took the lead in the first minute, which not only stunned them but also significantly altered their tactical approach. The standout performer for Barcelona was Dani Olmo, who scored a brace—marking his first goals for Barca in over two months.

Atletico Madrid Team Overview

🔴 Diego Simeone's squad are currently the most consistent team in the league, going 13 matches unbeaten. This form keeps them within the top-four zone, actively contending for the top spot in the standings, trailing by just 3 points. Despite noticeable changes in their tactical approach, with increased activity on the opponent's half, the "Colchoneros" maintain incredible defensive reliability—conceding only 0.79 goals per game, the best in the league. However, Atlético are not as strong on the road, securing just 9 points from 6 away games, placing them seventh in this regard.

⚪ In their last La Liga outing, Atlético hosted newcomers Real Oviedo (2-0). Diego Simeone and his team achieved the desired result with minimal effort. Firstly, the Argentine manager utilized targeted rotation, allowing several key players to rest ahead of a crucial clash with Barcelona. Secondly, the "Indios" didn't play at full intensity—understandably so, given the opponent's level and the significance of upcoming fixtures. The match against the "Carbayones" was decided by a player who was close to leaving the club during the last transfer window—Alexander Sørloth. The Norwegian forward has now scored 4 goals in the league this season.

Latest news

Barcelona

🎤 Following a crucial 3-1 victory over Alaves, Hansi Flick addressed the media: "We had plenty of chances to score in the first half, as well as in the second. I'm pleased we secured three points, though there's still much to improve. We experienced both highs and lows today, and we need to work on that. Raphinha is a player who is always integral to our team's dynamics; he's very important to me. He plays with high intensity and presses hard, encouraging others to press as well. It's great to have him back, and with him, we'll be stronger in future games. But the main thing is the three points. Gerard Martin gives us 100%, playing confidently in the center of defense. It's always great to have such an option."

❌ Among the unavailable Barcelona players for the upcoming match are Ronald Araujo (illness), Fermin Lopez (groin injury), Gavi (knee injury), and Marc-Andre ter Stegen (back injury).

Atletico Madrid

📰 The recent match was a milestone for a true legend of the capital club – Koke. The 33-year-old Spanish midfielder made his 700th appearance in an Atletico Madrid shirt. Despite his age and the club's strategy to rejuvenate the squad, Koke remains a key player in his position, having participated in 13 national league matches this season, where he has contributed two assists. His excellent vision and fantastic ball control allow the Spaniard to compensate for any lack of pace. Football intelligence has always been a strong suit for the "Colchoneros" legend.

❌ Atletico Madrid are currently missing Robin Le Normand (knee injury) and Marcos Llorente (muscle injury) due to injuries.

⚽ Goal Prediction

⚽ Goal Prediction

In each of Barcelona's last 10 matches, there have been at least 3 goals scored. The Blaugrana's proactive tactical approach consistently creates a plethora of scoring opportunities in every game. Notably, a similar trend is evident in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head encounters between Barca and the Colchoneros. Our team anticipates an exceptionally dynamic match from such an enticing fixture. Our pick – over 3 goals total.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Let's take a look at the average number of corners each side has earned this season: Barcelona – 6.6, Atletico – 7.4. It's crucial to note the trend in their head-to-head clashes – at least 11 corner kicks were recorded in 4 of the last 5 meetings. The sharpness of each side's flank attacks, along with their desire for quick transitions from defense to offense, will likely contribute to a high number of corner kicks. Our choice – over 9.5 corners total.

When setting a key bet, it's crucial to consider the teams' home and away performance stats. The "Blaugrana" have yet to drop points on their home turf, while the "Colchoneros" struggle to find their form on the road. Moreover, head-to-head stats reveal that since 2006, the capital club has only managed one away victory against Barcelona. We predict a final score of 3-2, with the key pick being a Barcelona victory.