Atletico's Sorloth and Griezmann to line up against Valencia

La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid will be without the suspended Joao Felix when they host Valencia on Saturday.

The Portuguese forward was sent off in Atletico's 2-0 win over Elche last weekend and will serve a one-match ban.

In Felix's absence, Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth is likely to start up front for Atletico.

Sorloth has scored three goals in his last four La Liga appearances and will be looking to add to his tally against Valencia.

Antoine Griezmann is also expected to start for Atletico after scoring the winning goal against Elche.

The French forward has been in impressive form for Atletico this season, scoring seven goals in all competitions.

Valencia will be looking to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat to Real Betis last weekend.

The defeat was Valencia's second in their last three La Liga games and they will be keen to avoid another setback.

Valencia will be without the suspended Gabriel Paulista and the injured Denis Cheryshev.

Despite their recent poor form, Valencia will be confident of getting a result against Atletico.

The two teams have a good recent record against each other, with Valencia winning three of their last five meetings.

The match is likely to be a close and competitive affair.

Atletico will be looking to maintain their lead at the top of La Liga, while Valencia will be hoping to close the gap on the top four.