La Liga 2026–2027: Athletic Bilbao vs. Atlético Madrid, Probable Lineups

Athletic Bilbao and Atlético Madrid take the field at 4:15 p.m. in a match for the fourth round of the Spanish La Liga. The Basques are coming off their first league win against Celta after losses in their first two matches, while the Colchoneros currently sit in fourth place following their latest road win against Sevilla.

The home team will rely on Guruzeta as the lone striker, with Inaki Williams, Sancet, and Berenguer in the attacking midfield. Ruiz and Jauregizar will play in midfield, with Areso and Yuri at fullback.

Atlético Madrid is expected to once again rely on the attacking duo of Baena and Lee: Julián Álvarez, who was at the center of transfer speculation this summer, has remained with the team but is expected to start on the bench. Giuliano Simeone and Lookman will play on the wings, while Hjulmand will partner with Koke in midfield. The fullbacks are Pubill and Grimaldo.

Athletic Bilbao vs. Atlético Madrid: Probable Lineups
Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1): Simon; Areso, Laporte, Alvarez, Yuri; Ruiz, Jauregizar; Inaki Williams, Sancet, Berenguer; Guruzeta. Head Coach: Terzic.
Atlético de Madrid (4-4-2): Oblak; Pubill, Le Normand, Hancko, Grimaldo; Giuliano, Hjulmand, Koke, Lookman; Baena, Lee. Head Coach: Simeone.

Simeone clarified the situation regarding Julian Alvarez during a press conference: “Now Julián has an opportunity. Very often, we spend our lives judging others, and we need to worry less about that and focus more on learning. I hope this has been a learning experience for him. I hope he’s happy and, as Futre told him yesterday in a nice video, that he shows it by scoring goals.”