Atlético de Madrid rose from adversity as they hosted Cádiz in an emotional comeback on a sunlit Sunday.
In the eighth round of the 2023/24 La Liga season, Simeone’s men faced a tough challenge at the Metropolitano. The squad arrived battle-scarred by injuries and losses, yet they aimed to claw their way back into the title race and keep pace with the frontrunners.
After a grueling 90-plus minutes, the Colchoneros asserted control at home and overcame a 0-2 deficit against a fast-starting Cádiz. The Yellow Submarine moved ahead early, but the hosts answered with resilience, aided by two goals from Ángel Correa and a standout strike from Nahuel Molina, turning the tide for a memorable comeback.
The result solidified Atlético de Madrid’s place in the top four standings and set up a pivotal midweek clash as they prepare to welcome Feyenoord to the capital for the second match of the Champions League group stage.
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Key context and trends to note:
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Since Diego Pablo Simeone took charge, Atlético de Madrid has claimed five wins from six La Liga meetings with Cádiz, with the side finding the back of the net at least four times in four of those games.
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Atlético has an impressive home record against Cádiz in La Liga, going 14-1-0 in 15 matches. Only a few clubs have enjoyed longer unbeaten home runs in the league against other teams.
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Cádiz has struggled in Madrid, failing to win in their last eight visits to the capital in La Liga, with two draws and six defeats. The recent form contrasts with a prior period where wins at times emerged against stronger opposition.
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Atlético’s home dominance continued with eleven straight home wins in La Liga, averaging 2.9 goals per match and conceding no more than one in any of those games, marking their longest home-winning run since early 2013.
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Cádiz’s away form has been stubbornly difficult. They have not won on the road in their last eight league trips, a stretch that underscores the challenge of visiting the Metropolitano and the pressure on the visiting side to break through a well-organized defense.
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In the 2023/24 La Liga campaign, Atlético has tallied 15 goals, with expected goals suggesting about 9.7 goals. This positive gap highlights the team’s clinical finishing and the quality in the final third, a sign of strong attacking efficiency this season.
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Starting XI for Atlético de Madrid
Starting XI for Cádiz
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