Celtic v Atlético Madrid Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips

🏆 Celtic v Atlético Madrid

These two historically huge sides have met each other four times in continental competition, initially during the old European Cup in the 1973/74 season. Here, the teams contested a two-legged semi-final (with Atlético ultimately prevailing 2-0), while the Spanish side also defeated Celtic home and away during the group stages of the 2011/12 Europa League.

Interestingly, both sides rank in the bottom five this season for average possession stats, with Celtic having 46.0% of the ball across their opening two matches and Atlético controlling possession 49.5% of the time. However, I expect Celtic to shade possession here given manager Brendan Rodgers‘ more proactive playing style, while Simeone’s men will look to play predominently on the counterattack and exploit thier opponents‘ defensive frailties.

This will suit Atlético, who are ruthless in transition and have scored four times from just 16 attempts in this season’s UCL at a tournament high goals-per-shot ratio of 0.25. This tally has also significantly outperformed Los Colchoneros‘ expected goals value of just 0.85, so they won’t need many chances to score at Celtic Park. Conversely, Celtic have scored just once from 19 attempts and have an expected goals value of 1.40, and this relative profligacy in front of goal could also help Atlético to secure a hard-fought win in Glasgow.

💯 Celtic v Atlético Madrid UCL Match Odds

There are plenty of ways that you can wager on the UCL match between Celtic and Atlético Madrid, from backing the match winner or outcome to betting both sides to score (or not) or the total number of goals that will be scored in the game. So, let’s take a closer look at these markets and the latest odds from the best Champions League betting sites. Additionally, you can explore a carefully selected list of the best betting sites, providing you with a diverse array of options.

🏅 Celtic v Atlético Madrid: Match Winner

Unsurprisingly, Atlético have been made the ante post favourites to win in Glasgow, but home advantage means that the odds on a Celtic victory aren’t exceptionally long. Here’s the real-time ante post pricing!

Team
Celtic to Win	3.60	3.60	3.55	3.70	3.60
Atlético Madrid to Win	2.00	1.95	1.92	1.95	1.95
Draw	3.60	3.60	3.60	3.50	3.60

⚽ Celtic v Atlético Madrid: Both Teams To Score

This is an even money market that’s intriguingly poised, with both sides having scored in 50% of Celtic’s 12 matches in all competitions this season. The same outcome has occurred in six of Atlético’s 11 games through 2023/24, with the current odds implying a slightly higher probability that both sides will score in this match.

Yes/No
Yes	1.67	1.70	1.61	1.62	1.65
No	2.20	2.10	2.19	2.15	2.15

🥅 Celtic v Atlético Madrid: Over/Under 2.5 Goals

When it comes to wagering on the over/under market for total goals scored in the clash between Celtic and Atlético, the most popular betting line is 2.5. What’s more, the bookies appear to be erring on the side of over 2.5 goals being scored in the contest, with the 23 matches played between these two teams in 2023/24 yielding 72 goals at a rate of 3.13 per game.

Under/Over
Over 2.5 Goals	1.73	1.75	1.70	1.70	1.75
Under 2.5 Goals	2.00	2.00	2.01	2.05	2.00

1️⃣ Celtic Update

Two of Celtic’s three defeats so far this season have come in the UEFA Champions League: namely a 2-0 defeat at Feyenoord and a subsequent 2-1 loss at home to Lazio last time out. However, Celtic were at least competitive against Lazio, starting proactively and taking an early lead before succumbing to a 95th minute goal by Spanish veteran Pedro. Domestically, the team’s form is much better, with Celtic having won eight of their nine Scottish Premier League games and only dropped points in a 0-0 draw with St. Johnstone. Europe is a different proposition all together, however, and Celtic will need to improve both their defensive and offensive performance stats to progress further in the competition.

Celtic are largely at full strength ahead of Atlético Madrid’s visit, although winger Liel Abada remains unavailable indefinitely with a torn thigh muscle. Centre back Stephen Walsh will also miss out with an ankle injury, with the Scotsman not expected to return until late December.

2️⃣ Atlético Madrid Update

Atlético Madrid are now unbeaten in seven matches since a surprise 3-0 loss at Valencia on 16 September, with the side winning six of these games and scoring 17 goals during this sequence. The run also includes both UCL matches to date, including a 1-1 draw with Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico and a thrilling 3-2 win over Feyenoord in gameweek two. Overall, Atlético have only lost one of their last 15 matches in all competitions since May 14th, which reflects how difficult the side is to beat and their efficiency at both ends of the pitch. Their 3-5-2 shape is also incredibly well organised, while their tally of 51 clearances is the third highest in the Champions League this season.

Atlético Madrid may be without a handful of players when they visit Celtic, including Çağlar Söyüncü (groin injury), Pablo Barrios (muscle) and Thomas Lemar (Achilles tendon rupture). Influential centre back José María Giménez is also a doubt with a muscle injury, while Vitolo may miss out with knee problems too.

👕 Celtic v Atlético Madrid - Potential Lineups

✒️ Lewis Humphries – Expert Tipster

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