Atletico Madrid vs Lille tips and predictions

Atletico Madrid can deal a blow to Lille but no value in prices

No one will be getting carried away backing the short-priced favourites although there's not a huge chance of an upset.

The balance of power is overwhelmingly with Atletico Madrid. The hosts have chalked up 14 wins in their last 19 home games. With less fortune the travelling side has tasted defeat in 3 of their recent 5 matches on the road. Another defeat is on the cards for them here.

The hosts have been making the most of a recent purple patch. Atletico Madrid have scored three or more times in 5 of their recent 10 home matches and that approach has married up nicely at the back where they've conceded no more than once in 10 of their last 11 games. This clash is an opportunity for them to keep another clean sheet.

Creating chances away from their own turf has proved to be a challenge for the visitors. They've been goalless in 3 of their last 4 away matches. The form book might be out the window with the benefit of hindsight if their attacking players can become more clinical with their finishing. But don't hold your breath.

Don't be disappointed when one of these sides attempts to lock this game down due to the favouritism for Atletico Madrid. The No BTTS could be fair.