Atlético Madrid's final game of 2025 takes them to Girona on Sunday afternoon. A clash between two teams heading in completely opposite directions this season.
Girona: The Freefall
What happened? Last season's revelation (3rd in La Liga) is now fighting for survival. With just 15 points from 16 games, Míchel's men sit 18th, in the direct relegation zone.
A 2-1 win against Real Sociedad provided some relief, but the overall record remains dismal: just one win in their last four matches. For their final appointment of the year, Míchel is expected to deploy Daley Blind, Viktor Tsygankov, Axel Witsel and Bryan Gil as the backbone of a team seeking redemption.
Atleti: Riding Momentum
Los Colchoneros arrive with two consecutive wins: 2-1 against Valencia in La Liga (goals from Koke and Griezmann) and 3-2 in the Copa del Rey against Atlético Baleares. Sitting 4th with 34 points, Simeone's side are eyeing a podium finish before the break.
The Argentine contingent is shining: Julián Álvarez and Thiago Almada are the offensive pillars, supported by fellow Albicelestes Nicolás González and Giuliano Simeone. Alexander Sørloth, who bagged a hat-trick in the last meeting (4-0), will also be a threat.
Lopsided History
In the last 12 meetings, Atlético have won 6 times against just one Girona victory. Both matches last season ended in Madrid routs: 3-0 and 4-0.
Prediction: Atlético end the year in style. 1-2
