Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona betting tips: La Liga preview, predictions, team news and odds

At 11/2, a £10 bet on Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona would return £65.

Barcelona start the weekend at the top of La Liga. They are seeking their first title in four seasons. Atlético Madrid won their second match of the season against Elche. Atleti and Barcelona came through Copa del Rey round of 16. The result was 7-7 in Alicante. It was the first time Barca had lost in the competition since 2010.

Atlético Madrid and Barcelona are playing each other at Cívitas Metropolitano.

Mario Hermoso is suspended for the game. Yannick Carrasco will start at left-wing-back. João Félix wasn't in the match-day squad. Antoine Griezmann will play against his former club Barcelona.

Robert Lewandowski is suspended for the next three games. He started the derby on New Year's Eve.

Xavi might go with Ferran Torres in the starting line. Alejandro Balde will deputise at left-back after Jordi Alba was sent off last weekend. Jules Koundé will continue to fill in at right- back. Sergio Busquets will return to the team.