Barcelona and Atlético Madrid face off in a critical La Liga encounter on March 16th. The match holds significant weight in the title race, with both teams vying for top positions. The game follows their contrasting fortunes in the recent Champions League Round of 16.

Atlético Madrid is the only team Barcelona have played twice without a win during the Hansi Flick era. Alexander Sørloth's two stoppage time goals at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys this season have seen Atleti escape with a win in the reverse fixture La Liga and a draw in the first leg of the Copa Del Rey semifinals.

As Barcelona gear up for a crucial away fixture against Atletico Madrid, they have been handed a significant advantage. As such, Diego Simeone’s side will be without two of their key players,