Girona vs. Atletico Madrid Preview – Prediction, Team news, Lineups – Football News, Previews, Predictions, Transfers

In a compelling La Liga fixture, Girona welcomes Atletico Madrid to Estadi Municipal de Montilivi on Wednesday. Girona shares the top spot with Real Madrid, while Atletico Madrid sits in third place, seven points behind.

Match Preview

Girona has surged into title contention with an impressive record of 14 wins, three draws, and only one defeat in 18 league matches.

Although they drew their last game against Real Betis, their strong attacking prowess with 42 league goals stands out, making them the highest-scoring team in La Liga.

Despite the missed opportunity to end 2023 as sole leaders, Girona is determined to continue their strong home form, having won four of their last five matches at Montilivi, including an impressive away victory against Barcelona.

Atletico Madrid faces inconsistency, having experienced two wins in their last five league games, accompanied by two defeats.

Their recent performances, including a victory against Sevilla, have seen them struggle away from home, losing their last three La Liga away fixtures.

The visitors aim to secure their first away win since October and hope to replicate their previous triumph at Montilivi with a 1-0 win in March.

Team News

Girona’s David Lopez joins the absentee list due to injury, while doubts loom over Ricard Artero, Yangel Herrera, and Borja Garcia.

Viktor Tysgankov might return, featuring in the forward line alongside Artem Dovbyk and Savio.

Atletico Madrid remains without Pablo Barrios, Thomas Lemar due to injury, and Caglar Soyuncu, who serves a suspension.

Mario Hermoso returns after suspension and is expected to feature in the defense.

Reinildo Mandava is unavailable due to national team commitments for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Predicted Lineups

Girona: (3-4-3)

Gazzaniga;

E. Garcia, Juanpe, Blind;

Couto, Martin, A. Garcia, Gutierrez;

Tsygankov, Savio, Dovbyk

Atletico Madrid: (5-3-2)

Oblak;

Llorente, Azpilicueta, Gimenez, Hermoso, Lino;

Koke, Witsel, De Paul;

Griezmann, Morata

Prediction: Girona 2-1 Atletico Madrid

Girona’s strong attacking prowess and home form pose a significant challenge for Atletico Madrid, who have struggled away from home recently.

We predict Girona to secure a narrow victory and continue their impressive campaign in La Liga.