Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Espanyol

Best Odds: 4/11

Bookmaker:

Looking to make a La Liga statement on Wednesday night, Atletico Madrid will welcome Espanyol to the Spanish capital.

Atletico Madrid

Starting with the hosts, while Atletico Madrid might have failed to mount any kind of title charge last season, Diego Simeone’s men have continued to build off of their summer flurry. Putting in a thumping performance over the weekend as they stormed their way to a 3-0 romp against Girona, the Spanish heavyweights will be smelling a golden opportunity on Wednesday night. Signing off their pre-season preparations with a 2-0 victory against Juventus, the mood around the Metropolitano should be at a real high. Pencilled in as a standout contender in midweek, Atletico have continued to gain a reputation f…