Atletico Capable Of Stifling At The Nou Camp

Though many British viewers will settle down in anticipation of a classic, the first leg clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid could easily end 0-0 at best odds of 13/1 with BetVictor

The two teams at the top of La Liga have already slugged out a pair of goalless draws in 2013-14 with the other fixture in the Spanish Super Cup ending 1-1.

Barca’s coach Gerardo Martino has discussed the need for his side to “try to win and not concede,” but he will know that the second part is particularly important in a tie that could be settled by an away goal. 0-0 would not be the worst result for either side on Tuesday, and that makes it all the more likely.

The bookies expect the hosts to establish a lead, but Atletico have the best defence in the competition having only conceded four times in eight matches. They also remain unbeaten and nobody has won more matches (7) so the visitors are discounted at your peril.