Atlético vs Espanyol Predictions

Atlético vs Espanyol is scheduled for kick off on 21 February, at 20:00. The game is set to take place at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, with Alejandro Muñiz Ruiz officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Atlético currently holding the 4th position in the table 22 points ahead of Espanyol. Atlético have won 1 Spanish La Liga match against Espanyol out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent victory against Athletic, Atlético is determined to keep their momentum going. Atlético have won 14 of their last 17 Spanish La Liga matches at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Espanyol's away record stands at 4 victories from 17 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Rayo, Espanyol is determined to bounce back with a win against Atlético.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Atlético have scored over 1.5 goals in 76% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 64% of games. Their total stands at 56 goals and 172 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Espanyol have scored 37 goals with 131 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 75% of matches but conceded in 75% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Atlético scored 6 goals while Espanyol scored 5 goals. Their last match on 21 February 2026 ended in 4-2 to Atlético.