In their La Liga showdown, struggling RCD Espanyol de Barcelona travel to the Wanda Metropolitano to face an in-form Club Atlético de Madrid. Los Rojiblancos, who have won their last three league matches, aim to further solidify their Champions League hopes with a convincing win over Espanyol. Meanwhile, Espanyol seek a much-needed boost to escape the drop zone, relying on winger Fer Nino's creativity to unlock the Atletico defense.