# Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo Match Preview, Prediction, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/atletico-madrid-vs-celta-vigo-match-preview/  
Published: 2026-05-03  
Updated: 2026-05-03  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Atlético Madrid enter this one with something to prove — Europe is gone, but a Champions League spot for next season is still very much on the table. Celta Vigo, meanwhile, arrive in terrible form and with a historically grim record against Los Rojiblancos. This has Diego Simeone side written all over it. Here’s your complete guide.

### Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo Match Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | La Liga 2025-26 — Round 35 |
| **Teams** | Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo |
| **Date & Time** | Saturday, May 9, 2026 — 16:30 UTC / 10:00 PM IST |
| **Venue** | Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid |
| **Capacity** | 70,460 |
| **Head-to-Head** | Atlético 19W — Celta 4W — 7 Draws |
| **Live Stream (India)** | FanCode |

### Form Guide — Worlds Apart

The contrast in form between these two sides could barely be starker heading into Saturday’s clash.

Atlético Madrid have scored 10 goals in their last 5 matches — a figure that underlines just how dangerous Diego Simeone’s attack has been of late, despite their growing injury crisis. Their recent results include a 2-0 win over Valencia and a 3-2 thriller against Athletic Club.

![Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/stslsl-1024x660.jpg)
*MADRID, SPAIN – SEPTEMBER 30: Antoine Griezmann of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team’s third goal, his 200th goal for Atletico de Madrid during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2 match between Atletico de Madrid and Eintracht Frankfurt at Estadio Metropolitano on September 30, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)*

Celta Vigo’s situation is the polar opposite. They have scored just 2 goals in their last 5 matches, haven’t kept a clean sheet in 7 games, and haven’t won a single match in 5 attempts. Recent heavy defeats to Freiburg (3-0), Real Oviedo (3-0), and Villarreal (2-1) paint a bleak picture for the visitors. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

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### Team News & Key Absences

Atlético are dealing with a significant injury list heading into this fixture. Unavailable players for Atlético Madrid include Dávid Hancko, Marcos Llorente, Alexander Sørloth, Julián Álvarez, Giuliano Simeone, Nicolás González, Pablo Barrios, and José Giménez — all sidelined through injury. That’s a devastating list of absentees for Simeone, particularly the losses of Sørloth and Álvarez in attack. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

Celta Vigo will also be without Matías Vecino, Carl Starfelt, and Miguel Román through injury. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

Check the official [La Liga website](https://www.laliga.com/en-GB) for the latest confirmed squad updates ahead of kick-off.

### Predicted Lineups

**Atlético Madrid (Predicted):** Oblak; Reinildo, Lenglet, Le Normand, Galán; De Paul, Koke, Baena; Correa, Antoine Griezmann, Angel Correa

**Celta Vigo (Predicted):** Guaita; Mingueza, Jailson, Aidoo, Galan; Beltrán, Tapia; Aspas, Douvikas, Cervi; Larsen

### Key Stat — Atlético’s Dominance Is Historic

Atlético Madrid haven’t lost to Celta Vigo in their last 14 meetings, with a record of 9 wins and 5 draws in that sequence. That is the kind of head-to-head dominance that should give Simeone’s side complete mental supremacy going into this match, regardless of injury problems. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

Álex Baena has created the most big chances for Atlético Madrid this season with 11 — and with Griezmann leading the line, the home side will look to him as the creative spark in the absence of so many key players. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

### How to Watch Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo?

| Region | Broadcaster / Platform |
| --- | --- |
| UK & Ireland | La Liga TV, Premier Sports Player |
| USA | ESPN Deportes, ESPN Unlimited, ESPN Select |
| India | FanCode |
| Australia | beIN Sports Connect |

### Match Prediction

Despite the injury crisis, Atlético’s home record, historical dominance over Celta, and superior current form make this a straightforward pick. Celta are running on empty and conceding far too many goals to cause real damage at the Metropolitano.

**Our Pick: Atlético Madrid 2–0 Celta Vigo.**

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### FAQs

### **Q1. Where can fans in India watch Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo live?**

 The Atlético Madrid vs Celta Vigo La Liga Round 35 match is broadcast live on FanCode in India, with kick-off scheduled at 16:30 UTC — which translates to 10:00 PM IST on Saturday, May 9, 2026. [Khel Now](https://khelnow.com/football/indian-football-isl-2025-26-odisha-fc-to-play-remaining-home-matches-in-goa-202604)

### **Q2. What is Atlético Madrid’s head-to-head record against Celta Vigo?**

 Atlético Madrid hold a commanding head-to-head record over Celta Vigo with 19 wins, 4 Celta victories, and 7 draws in their all-time meetings — and haven’t lost to Celta in their last 14 encounters, winning 9 and drawing 5.