Atlético Madrid and Barcelona face each other on Thursday 02.12.2026, at 20:00 (UK Time), in a Copa del Rey 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Atlético Madrid's home ground, the Estadio Wanda Metropolitano.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona
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Correct Score: 2 - 1
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Atlético Madrid preview
Atlético Madrid heads into the match with the following record in the Copa del Rey: in 3 matches, Club Atlético de Madrid secured 3 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 3 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Atlético Madrid's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 20 victories so far.
Atlético Madrid has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 65 goals, of which 9 were scored in the Copa del Rey, resulting in an average of 3 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Julián Álvarez, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Giuliano Simeone has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Atlético Madrid has conceded 2 goals in the Copa del Rey (an average of 0.67 per game) and 37 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.06 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Barcelona preview
Barcelona comes into the game with 3 matches played so far in the Copa del Rey. They have secured 3 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 3 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 29 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses.
FC Barcelona's attack has been highly effective, scoring 99 goals during this period. Of that total, 6 were netted in the Copa del Rey, with an average of 2 goals per game. The overall season average is 2.75.
Futbol Club Barcelona's offensive system is led by Ferrán Torres, the team's top scorer this season. The spanish forward has found the back of the net 12 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Lamine Yamal. The forward has contributed with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 1 goals with an average of 0.33 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 40 goals in 36 matches, averaging 1.11 per match.
Head to head: Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona
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