#1 Luka Modric vs Koke
If one player can define Simeone's time in Madrid, it has to be Koke. The Spaniard has been the model of consistency over the years, defying limits and performing at an elite level.
He has been an ever-present in the Atletico side, and he will come up against recently crowned Best FIFA Men's Player Luka Modric. The Croatian can turn a game on his head with his midfield mastery and Koke will be assigned to strangulate him.
Modric's passing ability sets the rhythm for Real Madrid and containing him will help Atleti massively. On the other hand, Koke has a knack of making runs into the box and Modric will be wary of the same. This midfield battle will definitely impact the outcome of the game.
Edited by Debjyoti Samanta