ATLETICO MADRID return to La Liga action with a tough trip to face Athletic Bilbao.
Diego Simeone’s side are all but out of the title race, but need points if they’re to continue a push towards the Champions League places.
Unai Nunez and Ander Capa both missed Athletic’s last clash with Valladolid through suspension, but the pair are available this weekend, while Oscar De Marcos has recovered from a long-term ankle injury.
Inigo Lekue will be unavailable due to an ankle problem, but Garitano otherwise has a full squad to choose from, and it would not be a surprise to see the bulk of the XI that featured last time out.
Iker Muniain is pushing for a return to the starting side, though, potentially alongside Inigo Cordoba, Inaki Williams and Raul Garcia as part of a front four.
As for Atletico, Sime Vrsaljko and Vitolo are both unlikely to be available, while Joao Felix will miss out through suspension due to the booking that he picked up against Sevilla.
The speculation surrounding Thomas Partey‘s future could see Marcos Llorente, who scored twice against Liverpool last time out, earn a spot in midfield alongside Saul Niguez, Koke and Yannick Carrasco.
Felix’s absence could open the door for Diego Costa to start alongside Alvaro Morata in attack, meanwhile, as Angel Correa is also struggling to overcome a muscular problem in time for Sunday’s clash.
When is Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid?
- Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid takes place on Sunday, June 14.
- The match will kick off at 1pm UK time, that’s midday over in Spain.
- San Mames Stadium plays host for the game.
What live stream and TV channel is it on?
- All live games will be available on LaLigaTV to Sky TV customers
- The 24/7 news channel launched earlier this year by the league and its UK broadcast partner Premier Sports
How can I watch for free?
- There will be free coverage offered to non-sky subscribers through the Premier Player streaming service.
- The streaming service will provide live matches as well as exclusive daily programming.
- Sky subscribers will be able to activate the Premier Sports channel for free throughout June, but they will be charged a monthly fee of £5.99 from July.
Athletic possible starting lineup:
Simon; Yuri, Martinez, Alvarez, Capa; Vesga, D Garcia; Cordoba, Muniain, Williams; R Garcia.
Atletico possible starting lineup:
Oblak; Trippier, Gimenez, Savic, Lodi; Koke, Saul, Llorente, Carrasco; Morata, Costa.
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