Atlético Madrid vs FC Barcelona Prediction, Preview and Stats

Spain flag 2025/2026 La Liga, Spain
Riyadh Air Metropolitano Sat, 4 Apr - 7:00 PM
La Liga
Atlético Madrid ATM
1 Winner 2
FC Barcelona BAR
Full Time Sat, 4 Apr 7:00 PM
Round 30 Regular Season
Giuliano Simeone - 39'
Goal
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Goal
Robert Lewandowski - 87'
Marcus Rashford - 42'
Nico González 45+7' Red Card
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CONTEXT

The match between Atlético Madrid and FC Barcelona has finished, with FC Barcelona securing a 2-1 away victory. The teams went into the half-time break evenly matched and deadlocked at 1-1, but the visitors ultimately prevailed. Pre-match market expectations correctly favored FC Barcelona with a 47.5% win probability, compared to a 29.6% chance for the hosts and a 22.9% likelihood of a draw. FC Barcelona dictated the flow of the game, controlling a commanding 67% of the possession while Atlético Madrid managed just 33%. The second half was heavily impacted by a red card issued to the home side. This sending-off caused a notable red card distortion in the match's dynamics, leaving Atlético Madrid numerically disadvantaged as they tried to fend off the stronger visiting team. The final outcome aligned perfectly with the pre-match market. Even so, the result represented a significant deviation level (52.5%) for FC Barcelona relative to standard baselines. While expected goals (xG) data was unavailable for this fixture to determine exact underlying performance alignment, the overall efficiency shift for the match was entirely in line with general expectations.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: FC Barcelona showed a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline.
  • Efficiency shift: Possession-adjusted chance creation was in line with projected levels.
  • xG alignment: The final outcome was insufficient data for expected goal differential.
  • Market alignment: End result was aligned with the pre-match projection.
  • xG expectations: Inconclusive for xG expectations (Classify).
  • Event impact: Red card(s) affected the match (Classify).
  • Red card distortion: Classify as red card distortion.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality

Match referee

M. Busquets Ferrer

25 matches in sample
Avg. cards 0.12
Fouls / match 0.52
Yellow cards / match 0.12
Red cards / match 0
Penalties / match 0

Other match officials

I. Prieto López de Ceraín

1st Assistant

G. García González

2nd Assistant

M. Pozueta Rodríguez

4th Official

Atlético Madrid D. Simeone
D. Simeone
VS
FC Barcelona H. Flick
H. Flick
2.05
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
2.45
2 i
Last 6 Opponents
Real Madrid Rank: 94 L
Getafe Rank: 75 W
Real Sociedad Rank: 82 W
Real Oviedo Rank: 69 W
Espanyol Rank: 74 W
Rayo Vallecano Rank: 77 L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
2.5 i
Last 6 Opponents
Rayo Vallecano Rank: 76 W
Sevilla Rank: 74 W
Athletic Club Rank: 79 W
Villarreal Rank: 84 W
Levante Rank: 73 W
Girona Rank: 76 L
11
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
11 - 11 - 33
33

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Atlético Madrid
29.57%
Draw
22.9%
Away FC Barcelona
47.53%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
89.63
96.99
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Atlético Madrid
FC Barcelona
Power Score
89.63
96.99
League Position
4
1
Global Rank
14
4

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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Atlético Madrid — Opponent-weighted form score
FC Barcelona — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Atlético Madrid FC Barcelona

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

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vs

Atlético Madrid

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

FC Barcelona

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

Atlético Madrid ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy FC Barcelona
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
21.52
38.51
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
38.51
21.52
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
Atlético Madrid -1.54 Efficiency Index
vs
FC Barcelona +1.54 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
Atlético Madrid
FC Barcelona
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Atlético Madrid ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy FC Barcelona
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Atlético Madrid FC Barcelona
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
—
—
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
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Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Atlético Madrid FC Barcelona
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
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—
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
— vs —
xG set-piece data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using proxy metrics (shots, dangerous attacks). Confidence: Medium.
Atlético Madrid
FC Barcelona
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

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Atlético Madrid
vs
FC Barcelona
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Atlético Madrid FC Barcelona
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
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—
Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
Atlético Madrid 0.27
FC Barcelona 0.29
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Atlético Madrid FC Barcelona
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
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—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
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—
Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
Atlético Madrid 0.03
FC Barcelona 0.05
Atlético Madrid
FC Barcelona
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score
Pressure Index data not available for this match.

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 55 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Atlético Madrid ATM Home
55 matches
FC Barcelona BAR Away
Match Record
11
Wins
33
11
Draws
11
33
Losses
11
Goals
62
Goals Scored
108
108
Goals Conceded
62
-46
Goal Difference
+46

Data last updated: 2026-04-05T00:07:01+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-4-2
Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Pitch
J. Musso
Argentina
1 J. Musso
N. Molina Lucero
Argentina
16 N. Molina Lucero
R. Le Normand
Spain
24 R. Le Normand
C. Lenglet
Substitution
France
15 C. Lenglet
N. González
Argentina
23 N. González
G. Simeone
Substitution
Argentina
20 G. Simeone
J. Resurrección Merodio
Substitution
Spain
6 J. Resurrección Merodio
O. Vaargas
United States
21 O. Vaargas
T. Almada
Argentina
11 T. Almada
A. Griezmann
Substitution
France
7 A. Griezmann
A. Rodríguez
Substitution
Spain
10 A. Rodríguez
Pitch
J. Pons
Spain
13 J. Pons
J. Cavaco Cancelo
Portugal
2 J. Cavaco Cancelo
G. Martín Langreo
Spain
18 G. Martín Langreo
P. Cubarsí Paredes
Spain
5 P. Cubarsí Paredes
R. Araújo da Silva
Substitution
Uruguay
4 R. Araújo da Silva
P. López
Spain
8 P. López
E. García
Substitution
Spain
24 E. García
M. Rashford
Substitution
England
14 M. Rashford
F. López Marín
Substitution
Spain
16 F. López Marín
L. Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
Spain
10 L. Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
D. Olmo Carvajal
Spain
20 D. Olmo Carvajal

General Information

Date & Time :
Apr 04, 2026, 07:00 PM
Competition :
2025/2026 La Liga, Spain · Round 30 · Regular Season
Stadium :
Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Capacity :
70460
Attendance :
67710
Pitch Surface :
Grass
Weather :
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees :
Mateo Busquets Ferrer
Iñigo Prieto López de Ceraín
Gonzalo García González
Manuel Pozueta Rodríguez

Statistics

Possession
ATM
36%
BAR
64%

Top Statistics

1 Goals 2
2 Big Chances Created 3
2 Shots 8
22 Dangerous attacks 76
33 Possession 67
1 Corners 9
14 Free kicks 19
6 Yellow Cards 2
1 Red Cards 0

Match Overview

0 Hit Woodwork 1
1 Assists 1
5 Substitutions 5
7 Dribble Attempts 16
58 Successful Dribbles Percentage 47
74 Ball Safe 75
7 Successful Dribbles 16
13 Throwins 18
4 Successful Headers 8
9 Goal Kicks 3
0 Injuries 1
6 Goal Attempts 17

Attacking

55 Attacks 124

Possession

307 Passes 630
80 Successful Passes Percentage 92
4 Key Passes 18
247 Successful Passes 578
21 Long Passes 24

Defensive

6 Interceptions 5
29 Tackles 11
7 Saves 1
50 Duels Won 47

Build-up

5 Total Crosses 12

Discipline

15 Fouls 11
3 Offsides 2

Lineup

Referee : Mateo Busquets Ferrer

Starting XI ▼

1
Juan Musso
Juan Musso Goalkeeper
15
Clément Lenglet
Clément Lenglet Defender
28
Taufik Seidu
Taufik Seidu
Midfielder68'
16
Nahuel Molina
Nahuel Molina Defender
23
Nico González
Nico González Defender
24
Robin Le Normand
Robin Le Normand Defender
6
Koke
Koke Midfielder
3
Matteo Ruggeri
Matteo Ruggeri
Defender46'
11
Thiago Almada
Thiago Almada Midfielder
20
Giuliano Simeone
Giuliano Simeone Midfielder
9
Alexander Sørloth
Alexander Sørloth
Attacker61'
21
Obed Vargas
Obed Vargas Midfielder
7
Antoine Griezmann
Antoine Griezmann Attacker
47
Javi Morcillo
Javi Morcillo
Midfielder61'
10
Álex Baena
Álex Baena Attacker
2
José María Giménez
José María Giménez
Defender61'
Referee : Mateo Busquets Ferrer

Starting XI ▼

13
Joan García
Joan García Goalkeeper
2
João Cancelo
João Cancelo Defender
4
Ronald Araujo
Ronald Araujo Defender
22
Marc Bernal
Marc Bernal
Midfielder40'
5
Pau Cubarsí
Pau Cubarsí Defender
18
Gerard Martín
Gerard Martín Defender
8
Pedri
Pedri Midfielder
10
Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal Midfielder
14
Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford Midfielder
9
Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski
Attacker79'
16
Fermín López
Fermín López Midfielder
7
Ferran Torres
Ferran Torres
Attacker46'
24
Eric García
Eric García Midfielder
6
Gavi
Gavi
Midfielder78'
20
Dani Olmo
Dani Olmo Attacker

Events

2ND-HALF
Event
Diego Pablo Simeone
9th Yellowcard
90+4'
Event
Diego Simeone
Argument / 11th Yellowcard
90+4'
Event
Taufik Seidu
Foul / 8th Yellowcard
90+3'
87'
Event
Robert Lewandowski
Right foot shot / 3rd Goal
79'
Event
Robert Lewandowski → Marcus Rashford
10th Substitution
78'
Event
Gavi → Eric García
9th Substitution
Event
Taufik Seidu → Clément Lenglet 
8th Substitution
68'
62'
Event
Jules Koundé → Marc Bernal
7th Substitution
Event
José María Giménez → Álex Baena
4th Substitution
61'
Event
Alexander Sørloth → Giuliano Simeone
6th Substitution
61'
Event
Javi Morcillo → Antoine Griezmann
5th Substitution
61'
Event
Clément Lenglet 
Foul / 7th Yellowcard
53'
Event
Juan Musso
Argument / 6th Yellowcard
50'
50'
Event
Gerard Martín
Foul / 5th Yellowcard
49'
Event
Gerard Martín
Red card cancelled
47'
Event
Hans-Dieter Flick
Argument / 10th Yellowcard
Event
Matteo Ruggeri → Koke 
2nd Substitution
46'
46'
Event
Ferran Torres → Fermín López
3rd Substitution
1ST-HALF
Event
Nico González
Professional foul last man / 1st Redcard
45+7'
Event
Nico González
Card adjusted
45+6'
Event
Koke 
Argument / 2nd Yellowcard
45'
Event
Nahuel Molina
Argument / 4th Yellowcard
45'
45'
Event
Fermín López
Argument / 3rd Yellowcard
42'
Event
Marcus Rashford
Left foot shot / 2nd Goal
40'
Event
Marc Bernal → Ronald Araujo
1st Substitution
Event
Giuliano Simeone
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
39'
Event
Nico González
Handball / 1st Yellowcard
22'

Match Commentary

90
Update Update
Pedri from Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
90
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated there will be 6 minutes of added time.
90
Update Update
The second half ends with Atletico Madrid 1, Barcelona 2.
90
Update Update
Fouled by João Cancelo of Barcelona.
90
Update Update
Thiago Almada of Atletico Madrid won a free kick on the right wing.
90
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Taufik Seidu from Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card for a foul.
90
Update Update
Foul committed by Taufik Seidu of Atletico Madrid.
90
Update Update
Gavi from Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
90
Update Update
Foul committed by Taufik Seidu of Atletico Madrid.
89
Update Update
Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona committed a handball.
87
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. João Cancelo of Barcelona takes a right-footed shot from the left side of the box, but it's saved in the top center of the goal by Juan Musso of Atletico Madrid. The assist comes from Pedri.
87
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Robert Lewandowski scores for Barcelona with an attempt from a few meters to the center of the goal. The match score is now Atletico Madrid 1, Barcelona 2.
86
Update Update
Foul committed by Javier Morcillo of Atletico Madrid.
86
Update Update
Gavi from Barcelona won a free kick in an attacking position.
86
Update Update
Lamine Yamal misses a chance for Barcelona, shooting left-footed from outside the box but sending it high and wide to the left. The assist came from Pedri.
84
Update Update
Pedri from Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
84
Update Update
Foul committed by Javier Morcillo of Atletico Madrid.
83
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Ferran Torres of Barcelona takes a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it's saved by Juan Musso, the goalkeeper for Atletico Madrid, who is positioned in the center of the goal. The assist comes from João Cancelo.
81
Attempt Attempt
Dani Olmo's left-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Lamine Yamal provided the assist.
81
Update Update
Offside called against Barcelona. Jules Koundé is offside.
79
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Barcelona: Robert Lewandowski replaces Marcus Rashford.
78
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Barcelona: Gavi replaces Eric García.
78
Update Update
Offside called against Barcelona. Marcus Rashford is offside.
76
Update Update
Eric García of Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
76
Update Update
José María Giménez of Atletico Madrid commits a foul.
76
Update Update
Foul committed by Pau Cubarsí of Barcelona.
76
Update Update
Alexander Sørloth of Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
71
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after Obed Vargas concedes.
70
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after a concession by Juan Musso.
70
Attempt Attempt
João Cancelo's right-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. The assist came from Marcus Rashford.
70
Corner Corner
Barcelona wins a corner after Thiago Almada concedes.
70
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Ferran Torres of Barcelona has a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it's saved by Juan Musso, the goalkeeper for Atletico Madrid. The assist came from Dani Olmo.
68
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Atletico Madrid: Taufik Seidu replaces Clément Lenglet.
66
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after a concession by José María Giménez.
66
Corner Corner
New attacking attempt. Ferran Torres of Barcelona has a right-footed shot from the left side of the box, but it's saved in the right corner by Juan Musso of Atletico Madrid. The assist came from João Cancelo with a cross.
65
Attempt Attempt
João Cancelo's left-footed shot from the left side of the box is blocked. Dani Olmo provided the assist.
65
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after a concession by José María Giménez.
65
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after a concession by José María Giménez.
64
Attempt Attempt
João Cancelo's right-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Lamine Yamal provided the assist.
63
Update Update
Dani Olmo from Barcelona commits a foul.
63
Update Update
Clément Lenglet of Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
62
Update Update
Marcus Rashford of Barcelona won a free kick on the left wing.
62
Update Update
Nahuel Molina of Atletico Madrid committed a foul.
62
Update Update
Offside called against Atletico Madrid. Alexander Sørloth is offside.
62
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Barcelona: Jules Koundé replaces Marc Bernal due to injury.
61
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Atletico Madrid: Alexander Sørloth replaces Giuliano Simeone.
61
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Atletico Madrid: José María Giménez replaces Álex Baena.
61
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Atletico Madrid: Javier Morcillo replaces Antoine Griezmann.
60
Update Update
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Marc Bernal from Barcelona.
60
Attempt Attempt
Lamine Yamal from Barcelona had a missed chance, shooting with his left foot from the center of the box, but it went just to the left.
58
Corner Corner
Missed chance. Pedri from Barcelona took a right-footed shot from a difficult position on the right, but it went close and missed. The assist came from Lamine Yamal after a corner.
57
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Barcelona after Clément Lenglet concedes.
56
Attempt Attempt
Lamine Yamal's left-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. The assist came from Marcus Rashford.
55
Attempt Attempt
Lamine Yamal's left-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Dani Olmo provided the assist.
54
Attempt Attempt
Missed chance. Lamine Yamal of Barcelona took a left-footed shot from a difficult position and long distance on the right, but it went high from a free kick.
53
Update Update
Lamine Yamal of Barcelona won a free kick on the right wing.
53
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Clément Lenglet of Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card for a foul.
53
Update Update
Clément Lenglet commits a foul for Atletico Madrid.
52
Update Update
Foul committed by Álex Baena of Atletico Madrid.
52
Update Update
Marc Bernal from Barcelona won a free kick in an attacking position.
51
Update Update
Antoine Griezmann is called offside for Atletico Madrid.
50
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Juan Musso of Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card.
50
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Gerard Martín of Barcelona receives a yellow card for a foul.
49
Red Card Red Card Important
VAR decision: No red card for Gerard Martín of Barcelona.
49
Update Update
There is a delay in the match as Barcelona is undergoing a VAR check.
46
Update Update
Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid won a free kick in the attacking area.
46
Update Update
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid.
46
Update Update
Foul committed by Gerard Martín of Barcelona.
45
Update Update
The first half ends with Atletico Madrid and Barcelona tied at 1-1.
45
Attempt Attempt
Missed chance. Marc Bernal from Barcelona shot with his left foot from inside the six-yard box, aiming for the left side, but missed to the left. The assist came from Marcus Rashford with a cross.
45
Update Update
Obed Vargas from Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
45
Update Update
Nico González of Atletico Madrid committed a foul.
45
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Nico González from Atletico Madrid receives a second yellow card for a foul.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Atletico Madrid: Matteo Ruggeri replaces Koke.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Barcelona: Ferran Torres replaces Fermín López.
45
Update Update
The second half starts after the match finishes 1-1.
45
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Fermín López from Barcelona receives a yellow card.
45
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card.
45
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated that there will be 3 minutes of added time.
45
Update Update
Foul committed by Eric García of Barcelona.
45
Update Update
Lamine Yamal from Barcelona won a free kick on the right wing.
45
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Koke from Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card.
44
Corner Corner
Barcelona is awarded a corner after Nahuel Molina concedes it.
42
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! The match is now 1-1 as Marcus Rashford scores for Barcelona with a left-footed shot from the center of the box. Dani Olmo provided the assist with a through ball after a quick counter-attack.
41
Update Update
Giuliano Simeone of Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
41
Update Update
Foul committed by João Cancelo - Barcelona.
40
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Barcelona: Marc Bernal replaces Ronald Araujo due to injury.
39
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Atletico Madrid leads Barcelona 1-0. Giuliano Simeone scores for Atletico Madrid with a right-footed shot from the center of the box.
37
Update Update
Foul by Eric García of Barcelona.
37
Update Update
Nico González from Atletico Madrid won a free kick on the left wing.
35
Attempt Attempt
Lamine Yamal from Barcelona hits the woodwork with a left-footed shot from the right side of the box.
32
Corner Corner
Koke from Atletico Madrid misses a chance, shooting with his left foot from outside the box, sending the ball high after a corner.
32
Corner Corner
Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid missed a chance, shooting with his left foot from the right side of the six-yard box and sending the ball wide to the left. The assist came from Álex Baena, who provided a cross after a corner.
31
Corner Corner
Atletico Madrid wins a corner after Pau Cubarsí concedes.
30
Update Update
Pedri from Barcelona won a free kick in the attacking area.
30
Update Update
Antoine Griezmann of Atletico Madrid commits a foul.
28
Update Update
Offside called against Atletico Madrid. Álex Baena is offside.
26
Attempt Attempt
Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid misses a chance with a right-footed shot from the right side of the box.
22
Update Update
Nico González of Atletico Madrid commits a foul.
22
Update Update
Lamine Yamal from Barcelona won a free kick on the right wing.
22
Update Update
Nico González commits a handball for Atletico Madrid.
22
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Nico González of Atletico Madrid receives a yellow card for handball.
19
Update Update
Offside called against Barcelona. João Cancelo is offside.
15
Update Update
Obed Vargas of Atletico Madrid is caught offside.
14
Attempt Attempt
Fermín López from Barcelona had a missed chance, shooting with his right foot from outside the box but missing to the left. The assist came from Lamine Yamal with a through ball.
14
Attempt Attempt
Álex Baena from Atletico Madrid missed a chance, shooting with his right foot from a difficult position and long distance on the left from a free kick.
13
Update Update
Nico González from Atletico Madrid won a free kick on the left wing.
13
Update Update
Lamine Yamal from Barcelona committed a foul.
12
Corner Corner
New attacking attempt. Fermín López from Barcelona shoots with his right foot from the right side of the box, but Juan Musso from Atletico Madrid saves it in the left corner. The assist was provided by Lamine Yamal.
11
Update Update
Koke from Atletico Madrid commits a foul.
11
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Antoine Griezmann of Atletico Madrid has a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but it's saved in the top center of the goal by Joan García of Barcelona. The assist came from Nahuel Molina.
11
Update Update
Pedri from Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
10
Update Update
Álex Baena of Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
10
Update Update
Gerard Martín from Barcelona commits a foul.
7
Update Update
Koke from Atletico Madrid won a free kick in defense.
7
Update Update
Fermín López from Barcelona committed a foul.
7
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Marcus Rashford of Barcelona takes a right-footed shot from outside the box, but it is saved.
6
Update Update
Pedri from Barcelona won a free kick in an attacking position.
6
Update Update
Foul committed by Clément Lenglet - Atletico Madrid.
5
Update Update
Koke from Atletico Madrid commits a foul.
5
Update Update
Pau Cubarsí from Barcelona won a free kick in defense.
2
Attempt Attempt
Lamine Yamal's right-footed shot from a difficult position on the right is blocked. João Cancelo provided the assist.
2
Corner Corner
Barcelona is awarded a corner after Nico González concedes.

CONCLUSION

Structural assessment: FC Barcelona exhibited a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline. Efficiency outcome: Possession-adjusted chance creation finished in line with projected levels. Result alignment: The final score was consistent with the pre-match probability model. Structural distortion: The match was materially influenced by red card(s), altering baseline dynamics. Market alignment: The match result was within the projected probability range.

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