Atletico Madrid vs Girona: La Liga Match Preview
Atletico Madrid host Girona at Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid, on 17 May 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 37. Atletico Madrid arrive in 4th place on 66 points with a goal difference of 21, while Girona sit 15th with 40 points and a goal difference of -15.
Atletico Madrid Availability
Atletico Madrid face a lengthy absentee list. J. Alvarez (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. P. Barrios (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. J. Cardoso (Contusion) is sidelined. J. M. Gimenez (Injury) is sidelined. N. Gonzalez (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. M. Llorente (Red Card) is sidelined due to suspension. R. Mendoza (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. N. Molina (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. G. Simeone (Hip Injury) is sidelined. Top scorer A. Sørloth, with 13 league goals, is available, preserving a key attacking outlet. However, the loss of G. Simeone, the team’s leading creator with 6 assists, is a major blow to their chance creation from midfield.
Girona Availability
Girona also have significant issues. Juan Carlos (Knee Injury) is sidelined. Portu (Knee Injury) is sidelined. V. Vanat (Injury) is sidelined. M. ter Stegen (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. D. van de Beek (Achilles Tendon Injury) is sidelined.
Impact Summary
Atletico Madrid’s attacking output is notably hit by the absence of G. Simeone and several offensive options, although A. Sørloth remains available. Girona’s absences are spread across goalkeeper, midfield, and attack, potentially disrupting balance more than pure attacking volume.
