Atletico Madrid’s focus on the Champions League may lead to significant squad rotation in their La Liga match against Valencia CF on May 2, 2026, at Mestalla Stadium.
Key facts:
- Atletico Madrid is currently fourth in the La Liga table, ten points ahead of fifth-placed Real Betis.
- Valencia sits at 12th in the La Liga table, five points clear of the relegation zone.
- Valencia has won 66 out of 200 previous encounters against Atletico Madrid.
- Atletico Madrid has lost three of their last four La Liga matches.
- Valencia’s last match was a 2-1 win over Girona.
Simeone will make wholesale changes to his Atletico side on Saturday. Atletico Madrid has only won four of their 16 away league games during the 2025-26 season. Valencia’s recent form is mixed with a record of LWLLDW.
Injury updates:
Valencia will be without Mouctar Diakhaby, Dimitri Foulquier, Copete, and Thierry Correia due to injury. and Atletico Madrid will also face absences due to injuries and upcoming Champions League commitments.
Valencia will rely on home support and quick transitions. Umar Sadiq scored two goals in his last two appearances and will be a key player for Valencia. A draw looks likely, possibly 1-1, but Atletico still has the edge if Antoine Griezmann finds space.
The kick-off time for the match is 14:15 UTC. Both teams aim for vital points as they navigate the final stretch of the season.
