[Copa del Rey] The teams have met only once, back in the fall of 2009, when Atlético won both cup matches: 2-0 and 6-0.
The "whites" today are more of a mid-tier team in the second division of the Primera Federación. Under the guidance of young coach Bertrand Francisco, the team features a diverse roster with players from all around the world, including China, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, Colombia, and even Australia.
Despite modest ambitions, Marbella has managed to reach the Round of 16 in the cup, having defeated lesser-known opponents, Bergantinos and Burgos from the Segunda B. However, in their domestic league, Marbella is far from a leader or even a mid-table team, currently sitting in 18th place in the standings.
Atlético Madrid finished the year on an impressive note, extending their winning streak to 12 matches across all competitions. Diego Simeone's side entered the break after a crucial 2-1 away win against Barcelona.
In La Liga, Atlético leads the standings, ahead of their city rivals Real Madrid by a single point. The trip to Marbella seems to be seen as a test for the team's fitness after a two-week break before the title race resumes. In the Copa del Rey, Atlético previously secured a solid 3-1 victory over Caceres.
Prediction:Atlético Madrid
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