Atletico Madrid come into the Copa del Rey semi-final tie (first leg) after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Real Betis and given Barca's fine form, we predict a 2-1 away win. Alexander Sorloth is pushing for minutes and could add a more direct presence if Simeone opts for a more aggressive approach at home. Atleti’s numbers show a team that performs better away than at the Metropolitano, with a strong defensive base: just 0.70 goals conceded per game overall and clean sheets in 50% of their recent matches. Their xG (1.85) and xGA (1.09) figures confirm solid underlying performances, even if the results have been inconsistent. January signing Ademola Lookman expected to keep his place despite failing to impress in the last league match.
Barcelona travel to Madrid in elite form, winning five in a row and scoring freely (3.00 goals per game). They demolished Mallorca 3-0 despite missing Raphinha, who is expected to return for this semi-final. Hansi Flick's side are producing excellent attacking metrics — 2.32 expected goals, 3.90 average goals per match, and no failures to score in the sample. Even their away form has improved: four wins in their last five on the road. Defensive stability away is less convincing (1.20 conceded), but the output up front usually compensates.
H2H heavily favours Barcelona (28 wins to 8) and given their better form, Away Win should definitely be considered. Additionally, both Over 2.5 goals and BTTS markets boast big value as Barca’s matches are averaging 3.90 goals and Atleti are a real force to be reckoned with at home.
This Copa del Rey match will be played on Thursday 12 February 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Atletico Madrid 1 - 2 Barcelona
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona Betting Tips
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -200 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Alexander Sorloth @ 120 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Alexander Sorloth @ 450 Odds
- To be Booked: Alex Baena @ 137 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Barcelona 0 @ -143 Odds
- European Handicap: Barcelona +1 @ -250 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: X2 @ -250 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Barcelona to Win @ -150 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Barcelona to Win/Barcelona to Win @ 260 Odds
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View OfferAtletico Madrid Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wldwl | 1.50 |
| Home | lwwll | 1.20 |
| Away | dwddw | 1.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.10 | 2.20 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Conceded | 0.70 | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.85 | 2.28 | 1.41 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.09 | 0.96 | 1.22 |
Barcelona Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwww | 2.70 |
| Home | wwwww | 3.00 |
| Away | wlwww | 2.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 90% | 100% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.90 | 4.20 | 3.60 |
| Scored | 3.00 | 3.60 | 2.40 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 0.60 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.32 | 2.21 | 2.44 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.04 | 1.08 | 0.99 |
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Atletico Madrid (17%)
48 Matches
Barcelona (58%)
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