Match Overview

The highly anticipated second-round fixture of the 2025/26 group stage will see Spanish giants Atletico Madrid clash with Germany’s Eintracht Frankfurt. Set to kick off on September 30 at the Riyad Air Metropolitano stadium, this encounter promises thrilling action. Below, we delve into our comprehensive match prediction, betting tips, current odds, and key statistics for Atletico Madrid vs Eintracht Frankfurt.

Atletico Madrid Analysis

Team Form and Performance

In their opening fixture, Diego Simeone’s squad suffered a narrow 2:3 away defeat to Liverpool. This recent loss marks only the second time Atletico Madrid has been beaten in regular time across their last eight outings, a period that includes six victories. Notably, during this impressive run, the team has found the net at least twice in six of those matches. Despite their attacking prowess, Atletico has struggled defensively, securing only two clean sheets in their last 15 games. Currently, the Spanish side finds themselves in 23rd position in the overall group stage standings.

• Atletico Madrid has secured victories by a single goal in 5 of their last 7 home fixtures in regular time.
• A minimum of three goals have been scored in 6 of the club’s previous 7 home matches within 90 minutes.
• The Spanish side has scored at least two goals in regular time in 9 of their last 11 home encounters.

Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Expected Starting XI

Jan Oblak (Goalkeeper); Robin Le Normand, Javi Galán, Clément Lenglet (Defenders); David Hancko, Pablo Barrios, Koke, Marcos Llorente (Midfielders); Giuliano Simeone, Julián Álvarez, Nicolás González (Forwards).

Team News and Absences

Key players sidelined due to injury for Atletico include defender José María Giménez and midfielders João Cardoso and Thiago Almada. Additionally, head coach Diego Simeone will be unavailable for this fixture as he serves a suspension.

Eintracht Frankfurt Analysis

Team Form and Performance

Dino Toppmöller’s Eintracht Frankfurt delivered a dominant performance in their opening match, convincingly defeating Galatasaray 5:1 at home, despite initially falling behind. Historically, Eintracht has had limited success in the , with only three previous wins, all by a narrow margin. Their defensive frailties persist, as the club has now failed to keep a clean sheet in six consecutive matches in this competition. Currently, the German side holds the top spot in the overall group stage standings.

• Eintracht Frankfurt has avoided defeat in the second half in 6 of their last 8 games (3 wins, 3 draws).
• At least three goals have been scored in 5 of the club’s last 6 fixtures.
• The German squad has conceded exactly 1 or 2 goals in 4 of their previous 5 encounters.

Eintracht Frankfurt Predicted Lineup (4-5-1)

Expected Starting XI

Michael Zetterer (Goalkeeper); Nathaniel Brown, Nnamdi Collins, Robin Koch, Arthur Theate (Defenders); Ritsu Doan, Hugo Larsson, Can Uzun, Farès Chaïbi, Ansgar Knauff (Midfielders); Jonathan Burkardt (Forward).

Team News and Absences

Defender Rasmus Kristensen is confirmed to miss the upcoming match due to an injury.

Referee Profile

Match Official

Slavko Vinčić (Slovenia)

Referee Statistics Overview

Matches officiated: 17 (International fixtures, 2024/25-2025/26)

Total yellow cards shown (including second yellows): 63

Average yellow cards per match: 3.7

Total red cards shown: 0

Average fouls per match: 25

Penalty awards: 12%

Match Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Eintracht Frankfurt

Betting Insights and Analysis

Playing on home turf, Atletico Madrid will be eager to bounce back from their disappointing opening-round loss to Liverpool and are expected to adopt an assertive, attacking approach. Historically, Atletico has been a formidable scoring force at home, netting goals in all of their last 11 home fixtures, and scoring at least twice in nine of those encounters. Nevertheless, their defense has shown vulnerabilities, failing to keep a clean sheet in 6 of their last 7 home matches in this elite European competition.

Eintracht’s Attacking and Defensive Record

Eintracht Frankfurt, known for their attacking philosophy, is unlikely to adopt a defensive stance. Their offensive efforts have been highly effective, with the team scoring in their last four group stage matches, registering at least two goals in each. However, their defensive record is a concern; Eintracht has conceded in all of their last six outings, allowing at least two goals in half of those fixtures.

Final Prediction

Given the attacking prowess and defensive vulnerabilities observed in both teams, I anticipate an open and engaging match with goals from both sides. Therefore, my confident prediction for this encounter is: «Both Teams to Score – Yes» with odds of 1.70.