Diego Simeone to ring the changes

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has revealed that he will make a number of changes for Wednesday's Copa del Rey last-32 clash against L'Hospitalet.

The Spanish champions will travel to the Catalan outfit without a number of first-team players, but Simeone has insisted that he will still name a strong XI.

"I see the game as a huge chance for those players that don't play as much. It's a good opportunity for them to show what they can do. I hope the players see it like that as well. We are going to put out a competitive team and give the tie the importance it deserves," he told reporters.

"The team is playing well in all competitions. We have to give minutes to the players because they are earning them in training. L'Hospitalet have quick players and good distribution in midfield and they are going to be very motivated."

L'Hospitalet currently play their football in the Segunda B.