Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo: La Liga Match Preview
Atletico Madrid host Celta Vigo at Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid, on 2026-05-09. The La Liga fixture comes in the Regular Season - 35 round. Atletico Madrid sit 4th on 63 points with a goal difference of 21, while Celta Vigo are 6th on 47 points with a goal difference of 4.
Atletico Madrid Availability
Atletico Madrid face several absences.
- J. Álvarez (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- P. Barrios (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
- N. Gonzalez (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
- J. Cardoso (Contusion) is doubtful.
Top scorer A. Sørloth (12 league goals) is available, as is key creator G. Simeone (6 assists), preserving Atletico’s main attacking weapons despite midfield and forward depth being reduced.
Celta Vigo Availability
Celta Vigo also have notable issues.
- M. Roman (Foot Injury) is sidelined.
- J. Rueda (Suspension – Yellow Cards) is sidelined.
- C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined.
- M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
Leading scorer Borja Iglesias, with 13 league goals and 2 assists, remains available, ensuring Celta retain their primary goal threat even with midfield and defensive disruptions.
Impact Summary
Atletico Madrid maintain their core attacking output, with A. Sørloth and G. Simeone both fit to start. Celta Vigo likewise keep Borja Iglesias available, safeguarding much of their scoring potential, but the loss of C. Starfelt and suspension of J. Rueda could weaken their defensive platform behind that attack.
