Historically, Atlético Madrid has enjoyed a strong record against Elche CF, particularly at home. The Colchoneros have never lost to the Ilicitanos at the Estadio Metropolitano, with only three matches ending in draws.

The result marks another disappointing day for Simeone, whose team spent big this summer but could now be as far as five points behind Real Madrid and Barcelona by the end of the weekend

Atlético de Madrid are still seeking their first LaLiga win of the season after a 1-1 draw with Elche. Alexander Sørloth opened the scoring after eight minutes at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano by lifting the ball beyond an advancing Matías Dituro.

Atletico Madrid failed to hold onto their lead for the second LaLiga game in a row, settling for a 1-1 home draw with promoted side Elche on Saturday as Rafa Mir's equaliser cancelled out Alexander Sorloth's early strike.

As for Elche, Yago Santiago and Adam El Mokhtari are out due to injury problems; Josan is also a doubt with the issue that he suffered during pre-season. Alvaro Rodriguez, who has joined the club from Real Madrid this summer, is again expected to lead the line for Elche, while Valera, fresh from his goal last time out, will also start.