Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: La Liga – predictions, team news, lineups
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Detailed summary
Barcelona and Atletico clash on Sunday in a blockbuster encounter which could upend the La Liga title race this season.
Who: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona What: La Liga, match day 12 Where: Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain When: Sunday, November 8, at 9pm (20:00 GMT). How to follow: Al Jazeera Sport will bring you all the build-up from 17:00 GMT ahead of our live text commentary stream
A top-of-the-table clash headlines Sunday’s La Liga action, with Barcelona looking to retain their top spot before the international break as they face challengers Atletico Madrid.
With only two points separating the teams, the blockbuster clash could well be the turning point in the 2026-27 title race should Atletico upset Barcelona.
Diego Simeone’s side have been in terrific form all season and take on Barcelona, bolstered by a seven-game winning streak in the Spanish top flight.
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