Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo: La Liga Match Preview

Atletico Madrid host Celta Vigo at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on 2026-05-09, in La Liga Regular Season - 35. Atletico sit 4th on 63 points with a goal difference of 21, while Celta 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. Gonzalez (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. J. Cardoso (Contusion) is doubtful. None of Atletico’s listed top scorers or assist providers are on the absentee list, so key attacking figures such as A. Sørloth and G. Simeone are available.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta also have significant issues. M. Roman (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 leading scorer Borja Iglesias, with 13 league goals and 2 assists, is available and expected to spearhead the attack.

Impact Summary

Atletico retain their primary attacking output, with A. Sørloth’s 12 league goals and G. Simeone’s 6 assists both available, limiting the damage of their injuries mainly to squad depth and midfield rotation. Celta, by contrast, lose defensive stability with C. Starfelt out and midfield balance with J. Rueda sidelined and M. Vecino doubtful, placing extra weight on Borja Iglesias to convert limited chances away from home.