Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Match Preview

Atletico Madrid host Celta Vigo at Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid, on 2026-05-09 (16:30 UTC) in La Liga, Regular Season - 35. Atletico Madrid arrive fourth in the table on 63 points with a goal difference of 21, while Celta Vigo sit sixth on 47 points and a goal difference of 4.

Atletico Madrid Availability

Atletico face multiple absences. J. Álvarez (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. P. Barrios (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. N. González (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. J. Cardoso (Contusion) is doubtful. None of Atletico’s listed absentees feature among the league’s top scorers or assist providers, so key attacking figures such as A. Sørloth (12 league goals) and G. Simeone (6 league assists) are expected to be available.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta also contend with several issues. M. Román (Foot Injury) is sidelined. J. Rueda (Suspension – Yellow Cards) is sidelined. C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined. M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. Their leading scorer Borja Iglesias, with 13 league goals and 2 assists, is not listed among the absentees and should be available.

Impact Summary

Atletico Madrid retain their primary attacking output through A. Sørloth and G. Simeone, with absences mainly affecting depth and midfield rotation. Celta Vigo’s biggest offensive weapon, Borja Iglesias, remains available, but defensive disruptions through C. Starfelt and the suspended J. Rueda could weaken their structure despite their attacking threat.