As Barcelona gear up for a crucial away fixture against Atletico Madrid, they have been handed a significant advantage. As such, Diego Simeone’s side will be without two of their key players,

Two title rivals face off tonight at the Wanda Metropolitano as third hosts second in La Liga, in a game which has not ended in a stalemate in the league in almost four years. Goals should be guaranteed tonight and Real Madrid, who won at Villarreal last night to move three points clear at the top, will be watching on.

Barcelona and Atlético Madrid face off in a critical La Liga encounter on March 16th. The match holds significant weight in the title race, with both teams vying for top positions. The game follows their contrasting fortunes in the recent Champions League Round of 16.