The Blue

They are still stuck with terrible defenders until the transfer window. Against Bilboa on Saturday, they could have been 3-0 down at half-time, and their opponents are one of the worst offensive teams in Spain. Atletico did pick it up in the second half and deserved an equaliser striking the post twice through Forlan and Aguero. But I wouldn't expect any dramatic improvements in performance to the last time we played them. I think we should pick a strong team and look to put the game to bed before half time if possible. Unfortunately it seems Ancelotti is going to rest our important players for the game against Man Utd next Sunday. Drogba seems certain to miss out, and I would expect three or four others to join him. Personally if he's fit I would want the physical presence of Drogba over Kalou in a game like this. The Atletico defence is weak and he could give them hell for 55-60 minutes if given the chance to play. Atletico will surely be going for it needing a win to stand any chance of qualifying or, more realistically, capturing the third spot in the group. But they are struggling to score goals and I would expect us to keep a clean sheet. If we rest the likes of Drogba, Anelka and Ballack this could easily end up a 0-0 that would keep Porto in with a realistic chance of snatching the top spot after Matchday six.