FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – December 21

FC Barcelona

W W W W L

1st place in Spanish La Liga

1-2

21/12/2024 16:00

Atletico Madrid

W D W L W

3rd place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid on December 21, 2024 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid preview before placing for you.

FC Barcelona are currently 1st with 88 points after 38 matches.
Atletico Madrid sit 3rd with 76 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Barcelona to win with probability 53%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Barcelona, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Atletico Madrid have one win, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

16:00

2024-12-21

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid - Prediction & Odds

FC Barcelona

Atletico Madrid

2024-12-21 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/12/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Barcelona	88	38	28	4	6	102	39	63
02 Real Madrid	84	38	26	6	6	78	38	40
03 Atletico Madrid	76	38	22	10	6	68	30	38
04 Athletic Bilbao	70	38	19	13	6	54	29	25
05 Villarreal	70	38	20	10	8	71	51	20
06 Real Betis	60	38	16	12	10	57	50	7
07 Celta Vigo	55	38	16	7	15	59	57	2
08 Rayo Vallecano	52	38	13	13	12	41	45	-4
09 Osasuna	52	38	12	16	10	48	52	-4
10 Mallorca	48	38	13	9	16	35	44	-9
11 Real Sociedad	46	38	13	7	18	35	46	-11
12 Valencia	46	38	11	13	14	44	54	-10
13 Getafe	42	38	11	9	18	34	39	-5
14 RCD Espanyol	42	38	11	9	18	40	51	-11
15 Alaves	42	38	10	12	16	38	48	-10
16 Girona	41	38	11	8	19	44	60	-16
17 Sevilla	41	38	10	11	17	42	55	-13
18 Leganes	40	38	9	13	16	39	56	-17
19 Las Palmas	32	38	8	8	22	40	61	-21
20 Real Valladolid	16	38	4	4	30	26	90	-64

Head To Head

17/03/2024 16:00

Atletico Madrid

0 - 3

FC Barcelona

SPA D1

03/12/2023 16:00

FC Barcelona

1 - 0

Atletico Madrid

SPA D1

23/04/2023 10:15

FC Barcelona

1 - 0

Atletico Madrid

SPA D1

08/01/2023 16:00

Atletico Madrid

0 - 1

FC Barcelona

SPA D1

06/02/2022 11:15

FC Barcelona

4 - 2

Atletico Madrid

SPA D1

02/10/2021 15:00

Atletico Madrid

2 - 0

FC Barcelona

SPA D1

FC Barcelona

83%

Draw

Atletico Madrid

17%

FC Barcelona Last 6 matches

11/12/2024 16:00

Borussia Dortmund 2 - 3 FC Barcelona UEFA CL

07/12/2024 11:15

Real Betis 2 - 2 FC Barcelona SPA D1

03/12/2024 14:00

Mallorca 1 - 5 FC Barcelona SPA D1

30/11/2024 09:00

FC Barcelona 1 - 2 Las Palmas SPA D1

26/11/2024 16:00

FC Barcelona 3 - 0 Stade Brestois UEFA CL

23/11/2024 16:00

Celta Vigo 2 - 2 FC Barcelona SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Atletico Madrid

11/12/2024 13:45

Atletico Madrid 3 - 1 Slovan Bratislava UEFA CL

08/12/2024 16:00

Atletico Madrid 4 - 3 Sevilla SPA D1

05/12/2024 14:00

Cacereno 1 - 3 Atletico Madrid SPA CUP

30/11/2024 16:00

Real Valladolid 0 - 5 Atletico Madrid SPA D1

26/11/2024 13:45

Sparta Praha 0 - 6 Atletico Madrid UEFA CL

23/11/2024 11:15

Atletico Madrid 2 - 1 Alaves SPA D1

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

FC Barcelona

Atletico Madrid

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored

Avg. per game

1.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

11 (58%)8 (42%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

17 (89%)2 (11%)

FC Barcelona

Recent matches

Atletico Madrid

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)15 4(21%)

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

/Yes

(58%)11 8(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Barcelona

Atletico Madrid

Shots

FC Barcelona

Total shots

20.58 avg / game

Blocked

102 total

Avg. 6.00

Atletico Madrid

Total shots

14.63 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 3.28

FC Barcelona Pass Atletico Madrid

Total passes

12578

Avg. 662 / game

Accurate

90%

Ball possession

71%

Total passes

9843

Avg. 518 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Barcelona

Played games

Atletico Madrid

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

Clean sheets

0.53

8.53

162

Corners

111

5.84

19.00

361

Throw-ins

407

21.42

1.95

Offsides

1.89

1.42

GK saves

1.89

FC Barcelona

DISCIPLINARY

Atletico Madrid

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.16

1.89

0.00

0.11

9.95

189

Fouls

196

10.32

13.05

248

Tackles

294

15.47

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid on 21 December 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Spanish La Liga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Barcelona's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Atletico Madrid's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Spanish La Liga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Spanish La Liga standings and the Spanish La Liga form table to understand exactly where FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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