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Supercopa de Espana - Real Madrid VS Atletico Madrid
Match Time: 11-01-2024 03:00 Thursday (GMT+8)
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Head-to-Head
Atletico Madrid stands as the sole team to have defeated Real Madrid this season, securing a 3-1 victory back in September. However, Los Blancos have turned the tide with two wins and a draw in the subsequent three fixtures.

Team Analysis
The year kicks off with a chance for glory as Real Madrid faces Atletico Madrid in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup. While the Madrid derby is traditionally fierce, Los Blancos have showcased superior form this season, giving them the edge over Atletico, who are currently navigating a somewhat erratic phase. Seeking redemption from last year's final loss to bitter rivals Barcelona, Real Madrid aims to clinch the title this time around. Enjoying the status of the team to beat in Spain this season, Real Madrid views this as a significant opportunity, especially with their major rivals showing inconsistency. The current campaign has been solid for Real Madrid, with just one loss in all competitions since September. Under Carlo Ancelotti's guidance, they are on a 19-match unbeaten run, with 16 wins. The momentum continues into 2024, starting with a 1-0 La Liga victory over Real Mallorca and a 3-1 triumph against lower league side Arandina in the Copa Del Rey last weekend.

In contrast, Atletico Madrid has grappled with inconsistency this season and is not a prominent figure in the title race, sitting fifth on the table, 10 points adrift. Recent weeks have been particularly turbulent for Atletico Madrid, with two wins and two defeats in their last five matches. The year began with a 4-3 La Liga loss to Girona, followed by a 3-1 victory over Lugo in a Copa Del Rey fixture. Despite the challenges, Atletico Madrid boasts the distinction of being the only team to defeat Real Madrid this season, securing a 3-1 victory in September and aiming for a repeat performance on Wednesday.

Odds Analysis
Real Madrid holds the upper hand according to bookmakers. The previous encounter between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid saw over 3.5 goals. In two of the last three meetings, there have been more goals in the second half, suggesting that Wednesday's clash could follow a similar trend.

Tip: Over 2.5 goals