Atletico Madrid are feeling the inevitable pressure of a title race. Under normal circumstances, a match against Elche is a virtual cakewalk. But these are not normal circumstances anyway. Atletico are chasing the title, while Elche are chasing away the relegation threat. Elche will have extra motivation, while Atletico will have extra pressure. All these would substantially reduce the gap in quality between the two sides.

With Barcelona having seemingly faded into a non-threatening mode, a direct race between Atletico and their city mates Real Madrid will determine the La Liga winners. Atletico have a three-point lead over Madrid. But they have to face Barcelona on the final day of the league. In contrast, Real have comparatively easier fixtures.

That means Atletico cannot afford to lose any points. But Elche are on the look out of some points that would make their position secure. The team is 15th in the league, just three points away from the relegation block. They have not done well against the top teams in the league.

Atletico won the away game against Elche 2-0 earlier in the season. They will be looking for a similar win this time around.

Diego Costa’s injury is a big blow to Atletico. They will preserve him for bigger Champions League matches ahead.

Elche don't have any major injury concerns. They will expect Coro and Richmond Boakye combine well to produce a memorable upset.

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