The Spanish LaLiga heats up with a midweek Madrid derby as Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano happens tonight at the Civitas Metropolitano. This high-stakes encounter promises not only three crucial La Liga points, but also the chance for Atletico to complete a coveted double over their city rivals.

Atletico on a Tear, Aiming to Crush Vallecano Hopes

Diego Simeone's men are brimming with confidence, riding a three-game winning streak that includes a dominant 2-0 victory over Valencia in their last league outing. This hot streak extends even further, encompassing their impressive 4-2 dismantling of Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final. Now, with La Liga glory in sight, Atletico sit third in the table, level on points with fourth-placed Barcelona.

Rayo Vallecano, however, haven't enjoyed the same recent success. Held scoreless by Real Sociedad last time out, they've gone winless in their last three matches across all competitions. Despite their struggles, Wednesday's clash represents a golden opportunity for Vallecano to climb the La Liga ladder. A victory could propel them as high as 10th place, adding even more fuel to the fire of this midweek derby.

Historically, Atletico Madrid have dominated this fixture vs Vallecano, boasting an impressive 18 wins from the last 29 encounters. Rayo Vallecano have only managed three victories in that span, while eight matches have ended in draws. Adding to Atletico's dominance is their remarkable unbeaten streak against Vallecano, stretching back 15 games with 12 wins and three draws since February 2013.

What Do We Expect From This Atletico Madrid vs Vallecano Match

Another factor heavily favoring Atletico is their impregnable home form. They are one of only two La Liga teams undefeated on their own turf, boasting the league's best home record with a staggering 31 points from 11 matches. This home advantage stands in stark contrast to Vallecano's recent away struggles, having gone winless in 10 of their last 11 La Liga road trips.

With all signs pointing towards an Atletico victory, Wednesday's clash at the Civitas Metropolitano promises to be a passionate affair. Simeone's men will look to leverage their home advantage and current form to secure the double over Rayo Vallecano and solidify their position in the La Liga top three. However, underestimating the fighting spirit of Vallecano could prove costly for the Colchoneros. This midweek Madrid derby promises an enthralling battle with La Liga points and local bragging rights hanging in the balance.

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