Atlético Madrid’s Projected Lineup Against PSV Eindhoven Revealed
Atlético Madrid is set to face PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday night in a crucial Champions League match. The contest follows Atlético’s recent two-game losing streak, which began with a defeat against Barcelona. A win in this encounter would propel Atlético, currently ranked 12th in the league phase table with nine points, into the top eight as they head into the final two rounds of the group stage.
Key Match Implications
A victory would mark Atlético’s fourth win in six Champions League outings. This win would significantly bolster their chances of advancing to the knockout playoff round. Julián Alvarez, the team’s top scorer, leads Atlético with three goals in the tournament.
Historical Performance
- Atlético boasts a strong record against Dutch teams, with 10 wins out of 16 matchups.
- In their past encounters with PSV, Atlético remains unbeaten with a 2-0 victory in their last meeting during the 2016/17 group stage.
- Recently, Atlético defeated Feyenoord twice in the ongoing Champions League season.
PSV Eindhoven Overview
PSV Eindhoven is currently leading the Eredivisie, having netted a league-high 46 goals and earned 40 points from 45 available. They sit just one point behind Atlético, having accumulated eight points from five league phase matches. A recent standout performance saw PSV achieve an impressive 4-1 victory over Liverpool, with Guus Til scoring the decisive goal.
Injury Updates and Lineup Projections
Atlético confirmed that center-back Clément Lenglet will not travel to Eindhoven due to a muscle strain suffered during a recent match. Other players sidelined with soft tissue injuries include Álex Baena, Josema Giménez, and Marcos Llorente. Despite these setbacks, Robin Le Normand has recovered from a knee issue and is expected to start in defense. Additionally, Johnny Cardoso may also return to the starting lineup following his recovery.
Coaching Perspectives
At a recent press conference, head coach Diego Simeone and defender Nahuel Molina discussed the team’s inconsistent away form. While Atlético has won all their home matches this season, their away record shows only two victories. Both expressed the need for improvement in this area, emphasizing the importance of winning at both home and away.
Projected Lineup for Atlético Madrid
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Jan Oblak |
| Defender | Nahuel Molina |
| Defender | Robin Le Normand |
| Defender | Lukas Hancko |
| Defender | Facundo Ruggeri |
| Midfielder | Johnny Cardoso |
| Midfielder | Jorman Campuzano |
| Midfielder | Nico |
| Forward | Giuliano |
| Forward | Aleksander Sørloth |
| Forward | Julián Alvarez |
As Atlético Madrid prepares for this pivotal match against PSV Eindhoven, they aim to restore their winning momentum in the Champions League.
