{"id":1439406,"date":"2026-03-19T10:44:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:44:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1439406"},"modified":"2026-03-19T10:44:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:44:53","slug":"match-preview-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-22-03-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-22-03-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

All eyes turn to the Santiago Bernab\u00e9u as Real Madrid<\/a> host rivals Atletico Madrid<\/a> in a La Liga<\/a> clash that could prove pivotal in the race for the title. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Madrid boasting the league\u2019s sharpest attack and Atletico arriving with the division\u2019s meanest defence, this is a classic capital derby with everything on the line. Kick-off is set for Sunday night, and the atmosphere promises to be electric in a fixture that has seen nine draws in the last 20 meetings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on the remarkable attacking efficiency of Real Madrid, the clinical prowess of Kylian Mbapp\u00e9, and Atletico\u2019s reputation for keeping matches tight, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We\u2019re particularly confident in backing Real Madrid to win, given their home form and attacking numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Real Madrid to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n10\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe\u2019re backing Real Madrid to win because they\u2019re averaging over two goals per game and have won 21 of 28 league matches (75% win rate) this season. Their passing accuracy (89.6%) and possession (59.4%) are best-in-class, and they\u2019ve outperformed xG by a wide margin, showing ruthless finishing at home.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 Anytime Scorer<\/strong><\/td>\n5\/6 @ Bet365<\/a>
(54.5%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nMbapp\u00e9 has scored 23 league goals in 24 appearances\u2014over half of Atletico\u2019s entire team total for the season. His shot accuracy (46.7%) means he consistently works the keeper, and Real Madrid\u2019s attacking play is built around creating chances for him inside the box (199 touches in opposition area).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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