Elche vs Atlético Madrid Match Prediction: Team News, Lineups, Stats & Full Analysis

The Elche vs Atlético Madrid clash is set to be an important game for both teams, but for very different reasons. Elche CF are fighting to stay in the league, while Atlético Madrid are trying to secure a strong finish in the top four of La Liga.

The match will be played at Estadio Martínez Valero, where Elche have been strong in recent weeks, making this a much closer contest than the table suggests.

Match Details

Match	Elche vs Atlético Madrid
Date	22 April 2026
Time	22:30
Venue	Estadio Martínez Valero
Competition	La Liga 2026

Match Preview

Elche come into this match with improved confidence, especially at home. They recently secured a 1-0 win and have now won back-to-back matches at their home ground. Their overall league position is still in the relegation zone, but performances at home have given them hope.

Atlético Madrid, on the other hand, are going through a difficult period in the league. They have lost their last three La Liga matches and also suffered a painful defeat in a cup final recently. Their focus on multiple competitions appears to be affecting their league form.

This situation creates an interesting contest where one team is desperate for survival and the other is dealing with fatigue and pressure.

Current League Position

Team	Matches	Wins	Draws	Losses	Points
Atlético Madrid	31	17	6	8	57
Elche	31	7	11	13	32

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

Elche

Match	Result
vs Valencia	Win 1-0
vs Rayo Vallecano	Loss
vs Mallorca	Win
vs Real Madrid	Loss
vs Villarreal	Loss

Atlético Madrid

Match	Result
vs Real Sociedad	Draw (lost on penalties)
vs Barcelona	Loss
vs Sevilla	Loss
vs Barcelona (UCL)	Win
vs Barcelona	Loss

Elche have been inconsistent overall but strong at home, while Atlético are struggling for consistency.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches	Elche Wins	Draws	Atlético Wins
Last 8 Meetings	1	1	6

Atlético Madrid have dominated this fixture historically, but the recent meeting ended in a 1-1 draw.

Team News

Elche

Elche have a few injury concerns but are expected to field a strong lineup. Their key attacking players Rafa Mir and Andre Silva will play an important role.

Atlético Madrid

Atlético are dealing with injuries and fatigue. Some important players are unavailable, which could affect their balance, especially in attack.

Predicted Playing XI

Elche (4-4-2)

Position	Players
GK	Matias Dituro
DEF	Sangare, Affengruber, Petrot, Valera
MID	Morente, Villar, Febas, Neto
ATT	Andre Silva, Rafa Mir

Atlético Madrid (4-4-2)

Position	Players
GK	Jan Oblak
DEF	Bonar, Lenglet, Le Normand, Diaz
MID	Vargas, Cardoso, Mendoza, Gonzalez
ATT	Baena, Almada

Key Match Stats

Stat	Elche	Atlético Madrid
Avg Goals Scored	1.0	1.3
Avg Goals Conceded	1.8	1.5
Possession	55.3%	56.7%
Corners (Avg)	4.1	5.6

Elche focus more on control and defensive structure, while Atlético create more attacking chances but have been less effective recently.

Key Players to Watch

• Rafa Mir (Elche): Strong goal threat at home with recent scoring form
• Andre Silva (Elche): Key striker who can trouble defenders
• Alejandro Baena (Atlético): Creative player who can change the game
• Nico Gonzalez (Atlético): Important in midfield transitions

Match Prediction

This match is expected to be very competitive. Elche’s strong home form and Atlético Madrid’s recent struggles make this a balanced contest.

Elche have been difficult to beat at home and could take advantage of Atlético’s fatigue and poor away results. Atlético still have quality, but their current form is a concern.

Predicted Score
Elche 2-1 Atlético Madrid

Elche’s home advantage and improved confidence give them a real chance to get a positive result. Atlético Madrid remain the stronger team on paper, but recent performances suggest they may struggle again.

A close match is expected, but Elche look capable of avoiding defeat and even securing an important win in their fight to stay in La Liga.