The Santiago Bernabéu will host another thrilling encounter between Real Madrid and Atltico Madrid, a crucial clash in the battle for the LaLiga EA Sports title.

Date, Time, and Venue

• Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
• Venue: Santiago Bernabéu
• Local Time in Madrid: 21:00 CET

Kickoff Times in the United States:

• Eastern Time (ET): 15:00
• Central Time (CT): 14:00
• Mountain Time (MT): 13:00
• Pacific Time (PT): 12:00
  

A Derby That Could Shape the LaLiga Title Race

The Real Madrid squad faces immense pressure after their recent slip-up against Espanyol, while Atletico Madrid comes into the match in top form, aiming to seize the top spot in the league standings.

Current Standings:

• Real Madrid – 49 points
• Atletico Madrid – 48 points

A win for either team could significantly alter the course of the LaLiga title race.

Probable Lineups

• Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Rodrygo are expected to spearhead the attack, though defensive injuries may force Carlo Ancelotti to make tactical adjustments.
• Atletico Madrid: Antoine Griezmann and Julián Álvarez will likely be the key attacking threats under Diego Simeone, looking to exploit any defensive weaknesses in Madrid's lineup.

Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 Matches)

• Real Madrid – 4 wins
• Atletico Madrid – 3 wins
• Draws – 3

Match Officials and VAR Controversy

• Referee: César Soto Grado
• VAR: Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea

The appointment of the match officials has already sparked controversy, adding more intensity to an already high-stakes clash.

With everything on the line and both teams fighting for the LaLiga title, El Derbi Madrileño is set to be a thrilling encounter. Who will claim victory at the Bernabéu?