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Atletico Madrid haven't beaten their bitter rivals in almost 14 years. But Tim Stannard says that if anyone can help the Rojiblancos end that curse, it's Diego Simeone... Many have suggested that Barcelona's La Liga win is not that impressive, but given the problems faced by Tito Vilanova, Tim Stannard says it's been a moving triumph... There was a ... (more)

The Turk is confident that Atletico can beat Real Madrid in Friday's final while Tiago Mendes is hoping to cap an excellent season for the club Atletico Madrid winger Arda Turan has promised to shave his head if his side win the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid on Friday.

Barcelona's Lionel Messi from Argentina, 2nd right tries to get past Atletico de Madrid's Arda Turan from Turkey, left, and Koke during a Spanish La Liga soccer match at the Vicente Calderon stadium in Madrid, Spain, Sunday May 12, 2013.

Speculation is appearing in the media linking Chelsea with a move for the Turkish midfielder - Arda Turan .

Atletico Madrid assured themselves of a top-three finish in the Primera Division and an automatic berth in the Champions League after seeing off relegation-haunted Celta Vigo 3-1. Celta marginally edged a goalless first half but it was Atletico who took control with goals from Diego Costa and Juanfran Torres after the break.

It was confirmed early this week that Chelsea were closing on Andre Schurrle of Bayer Leverkusen, with an offer submitted and negotiations at an advanced stage.

While Barcelona's title celebrations remain imminent, the battle for European places and relegation is heating up.

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone insists his players have put last weekend's home defeat to arch rivals Real Madrid behind them and are ready to seal their place in next season's Champions League against Deportivo La Coruna this weekend.

Cristiano Ronaldo will be absent for Real Madrid as they look to rebound from Wednesday's 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Borussia Dortmund with a local derby against Atletico Madrid at the Vicente Calderon.

Atletico Madrid have been handed a huge boost ahead of the Madrid derby at the Vicente Calderon on Saturday with the news that Cristiano Ronaldo has been ruled out through injury.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has called on his players to make the most of this weekend's chance to close the gap on city rivals Real Madrid.