Atlético de Madrid are preparing for their next challenge in LaLiga 2024/25, on Matchday 5, where they will face Valencia CF at Mestalla. The Rojiblancos arrive at this match in third position, with 8 points, equal with Real Madrid and 4 behind Barcelona. The players led by Diego Pablo Simeone are looking to maintain their good run of form in a promising start to the season.
Valencia is in serious trouble: the police are involved
In contrast, Valencia CF is going through a difficult time, both in terms of sport and non-sport. With only one point out of a possible 12, the team is in last place in La Liga , which has increased the pressure on the coach, the players, and the board. In addition, the recent arrest of striker Rafa Mir , accused of alleged sexual assault, has added another problem to the club.
Rafa Mir , 27, was arrested on Monday by the Civil Guard following a complaint from two women , aged 25 and 21. They accuse him of having sexually assaulted them during a private party at his home last Sunday. The forward did not show up for training in Paterna , and is expected to appear before a judge in the next few hours.
The player's situation not only affects his future, but also hits a Valencia that desperately needs to get back on track in La Liga . After a terrible start to the season, the 'che' team is facing mounting problems, and is seeing its fans crumble. The club's next moves will try to straighten out a season that looks very bad.
Atletico Madrid will try to take advantage of Valencia's crisis
This new scandal adds to the crisis that the club is experiencing, which has shown a weak image in the first few days of the season. With the visit of Atlético de Madrid , Valencia faces a major challenge at a time when things are more turbulent than ever. For its part, Atlético , with a squad that is gaining confidence, will seek to take advantage of this situation to continue adding points.
The Rojiblancos desperately need three points to stay in the fight for the top spots in the table. FC Barcelona 's superb start means Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid cannot afford to make any more mistakes. The next few games will be crucial, with a derby between the two giants from the capital on matchday eight.
The situation at Valencia could mark a turning point in the team's season. Atlético de Madrid will try to finish off the Valencians, in a match that can always present surprises. It will be a duel in which the red-and-whites will try to hook up to the fight for LaLiga.