Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo Match Preview

Match Context

Atletico Madrid host Celta Vigo at Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid, on 2026-05-09. In La Liga’s Regular Season - 35, Atletico Madrid sit 4th on 63 points with a goal difference of 21, while Celta Vigo are 6th on 47 points with 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 these players appear among the league’s leading scorers or assist providers, so Atletico’s primary attacking threats, notably A. Sørloth with 12 league goals and G. Simeone with 6 assists, are available.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta also have significant issues. M. Román (Foot Injury) is sidelined. J. Rueda (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension. C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined. M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. Their main attacking reference Borja Iglesias, with 13 league goals and 2 assists, remains available to lead the line.

Impact Summary

Atletico Madrid lose depth in attack and midfield creativity but retain their core goal and assist production. Celta Vigo’s absentees are concentrated in midfield and defense, meaning their overall attacking output, driven by Borja Iglesias, should remain largely intact, though ball progression and defensive stability may suffer.