Esteemed soccer analyst Jon “Buckets” Eimer has cemented his selections for the Spanish Copa del Rey Round of 16 clash between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in a highly anticipated Madrid derby.
Real Madrid is set to extend their quest for another trophy as they face Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Copa del Rey Round of 16 fixture this Thursday. This encounter serves as a rematch of the recent Spanish Supercopa semifinal, where Real secured a thrilling 5-3 victory over their rivals.
Subsequently, Los Blancos triumphed in the El Clasico showdown against Barcelona, claiming a 4-1 win to lift the trophy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Real Madrid, currently chasing their 36th league title, is now within one point of La Liga leaders Girona. In contrast, Atletico sits in fifth place, trailing by 11 points.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET at the Civitas Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain. The latest odds favor Real Madrid at +145, with Atletico considered underdogs at +170. A draw is priced at +240, and the over/under for total match goals is set at 2.5. Before finalizing any predictions, it’s crucial to heed the insights of seasoned SportsLine soccer expert Jon “Buckets” Eimer.
Eimer, renowned for his extensive knowledge of global leagues and players, has been a prolific bettor with a remarkable track record. Having covered leagues like the German Bundesliga, Serie A, and the FA Cup, Eimer has displayed exceptional accuracy in English Premier League predictions, boasting an 86-59-5 record since the last World Cup.
Overall, he stands at 248-234-12 (+25.93) in soccer picks during this period, securing substantial profits. Eimer has meticulously analyzed the Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid matchup, unveiling his picks and Copa del Rey predictions, exclusively available on SportsLine.
The betting lines and trends for the upcoming clash are as follows:
- Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid spread: Real -0.5 (+145)
- Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid over/under: 2.5 goals
- Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid money line: Atletico +170, Real +145, Draw +240
While Real Madrid comes into the match riding a wave of recent successes, including victories against key rivals, Atletico Madrid remains undefeated at home in all competitions this season. With an impressive home record of 12-1-0 at the Metropolitano, Atletico has a significant goal advantage of 34-13.
The Rojiblancos, led by goal-scorers Antoine Griezmann and Alvaro Morata, are poised to capitalize on potential fatigue from Real Madrid, who navigated back-to-back rivalry matches.
Eimer has meticulously examined various facets of the Madrid derby, offering two confident best bets, including a compelling play on the team he believes will advance. For in-depth Copa del Rey picks and analysis, visit SportsLine to access Jon “Buckets” Eimer’s expert insights.