Salzburg vs Atl. Madrid Prediction & Tips
Atletico Madrid should have no problem getting into the last 16 without having to resort to the play-offs. The maths are simple for the colchoneros in Salzburg. If Atleti win, they will be in the last 16 without depending on others, and if they draw, they will have to wait for the other results. If they lose, things will get more complicated.
RB Salzburg, for their part, have nothing at stake except sporting honour, the possibility of giving their fans a goodbye and the odd million euro for winning. In sporting terms, the Austrian side are third from bottom with just three points, ahead of Slovan and Young Boys.
Last time out, Salzburg lost 5-1 at the Bernabeu, while Atlético Madrid beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-1 at the Wanda, coming from 1-0 down with two goals from Julián Álvarez.
Atletico Madrid were not at all happy at the top of the table. It only lasted one matchday, as after reaching it, they lost at Leganés and this weekend they were held to a draw at home by Villarreal. In between, the big win against Bayer Leverkusen left Atlético on the verge of the last 16. If they win, they will be there and if they draw, they will depend on other results. ATM are currently fifth with 15 points, just one point behind third-placed Arsenal.
Red Bull Salzburg, as they say, have only sporting honour left. With just one win in seven games, the Austrians will surely want to give their fans one last cheer. In the league, things are not going too well for Salzburg either. They are fifth, ten points behind leaders Sturm.
Salzburg – Atl. Madrid FREE TIPS
Atl. Madrid – Win @ 1.33
