Real Madrid will host Atletico Madrid at home in the first leg of UCL last 16 games, and this is the biggest game of the week. Carlo Ancelotti’s team has lost some ground in La Liga, but they are still one of the favorites to win the Champions League this term. Get more insights on our Real Madrid vs Atletico betting predictions.
Diego Simeone’s team will visit the Bernabeu for the second time this season, and they would be looking to take an advantage into the second leg.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | UEFA Champions League season 2024-25, Round of 16 (1st leg) |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain |
| 🗓️ Date: | 4 March 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:00 GMT on Tuesday |
Various soccer 2025 sportsbooks have listed the Real Madrid vs Atletico odds, and the hosts are favorites to win at 1.91 (10/11). Atletico’s last win at the Bernabeu was in 2016, and the bookies are offering 4.00 (3/1) on an away win. A draw is worth 3.60 (13/5).
The last three Madrid derbies have been very close, and all three games ended in a draw including two league meetings this term. Los Blancos have a good record in the Champions League against Atletico, and they have lost only once in six UCL derbies.
Real Madrid finished outside the automatic spots in the UCL group stage, but they made amends, beating Manchester City in the playoffs. Carlo Ancelotti’s team beat the Citizens 6-3 on aggregate, and they will have to face Atletico Madrid over both legs. Real Madrid’s only home defeat in the UCL this season was a 3-1 loss against AC Milan. With 26 goals scored in the Champions League, Real Madrid can open an advantage at home.
Madrid will be without the services of Jude Bellingham, who is suspended for this clash. Dani Ceballos joins Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao on the sidelines. Arda Guler could get some minutes with less competition in midfield.
Atletico Madrid are pushing for all trophies this season, and they face their biggest rivals in the last 16. Diego Simeone’s men didn’t have a great start in the Champions League, but they came back to finish in the top five, winning six out of eight games. Atletico Madrid is one of the best teams away from home in the 24/25 UCL, picking up three wins in four games on the road. A win at the Bernabeu would be fantastic, but a draw would still be a good result for the visitors.
Cesar Azpilicueta and Koke Resurreccion are the only Atletico players with injuries ahead of his game, and the former could make it in time for this game. Julian Alvarez is expected to start, while Alexander Sorloth is a good option off the bench.
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Atletico Madrid has gone 10 games without a defeat in all competitions, and they have been very good in the second half of the season. Diego Simeone’s team has faced Madrid twice this season, and they came out unbeaten in both matches. The Blancos lost to Real Betis last time in the league, and they will be eager for a response on Tuesday in the Champions League. Both teams are in good form, and the last five derbies have ended in a draw in normal time. A bet on this game to end in a draw is a very valuable offer on Real Madrid vs Atletico predictions.
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Julian Alvarez is in his best run since joining Atletico Madrid, and he has now scored four goals in his last three matches for the Rojiblancos. The young Argentine has scored important goals recently, netting against Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao in the league. Madrid’s defense has been lacking at times, and Julian Alvarez is a good goalscorer bet on UCL playoffs 24/25 betting sites.
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The last three Madrid derbies have ended in a 1-1 draw, and two of those games were played in the current season. Both teams are evenly matched heading into this game, and there are good chances the first leg finishes level. Atletico Madrid is the second-best team away from home, and they have scored in their last ten matches. Diego Simeone’s team are in good form, but it’s unlikely they would beat Madrid away from home. A 1-1 draw is a high-value option on Real Madrid vs Atletico betting tips.
The Madrid derby features in the Champions League this week, and this is undoubtedly the biggest game in this round. Our Real Madrid vs Atletico betting picks are out, and you can make extra cash by using our expert tips and predictions.
