Sun Nov 24 00:55:32 UTC 2024: ## Simeone’s 700th Game: Atlético Madrid Aim for Fifth Straight Win Against Struggling Alavés

**Madrid, Spain** – Diego Simeone will mark his 700th game in charge of Atlético Madrid on Saturday, as his side aims to extend their winning streak to five against a struggling Deportivo Alavés. Kick-off is at 4:15 p.m. CEST (10:15 a.m. ET).

Atlético, currently riding a four-game winning streak featuring three clean sheets, enters the match in strong form despite some injury concerns. While Nahuel Molina is out with a hamstring injury, Marcos Llorente and Robin Le Normand are returning to the squad, though Le Normand is unlikely to feature this month. Simeone plans to utilize a three-man central defense, potentially including César Azpilicueta and Clément Lenglet. Several key internationals will likely be rested.

Alavés, on the other hand, are in a significant slump, having lost six of their last seven La Liga matches. Their possession and passing statistics are among the lowest in the league. Despite this, they boast three players with Atlético connections in their starting lineup: Carlos Martín, Santiago Mouriño, and Manu Sánchez. The creativity of winger Carlos Vicente will be crucial if Alavés hopes to break through Atlético’s improving defense, which features the in-form Jan Oblak in goal.

Simeone acknowledged the challenge ahead, describing the upcoming eight-match run as “another tough one,” while highlighting Alavés’ direct and fast-paced style of play. He expressed gratitude to his staff, players, club leadership, and fans for their support throughout his long tenure. The match will be broadcast on ESPN+ in the US and DAZN in Spain.

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