Reus Deportiu vs Atletico Madrid: Simeone's side face in-form underdogs

Diego Simeone believes Atletico Madrid have enough depth to cope with some impending fixture congestion as they prepare for the first leg of their Copa del Rey fourth-round tie with Reus Deportiu.

The trip to Catalunya will be the first in a sequence of six games in the space of 20 days, which includes an important Champions League clash with Benfica.

Atletico are enjoying a run of 10 games without defeat, seven of which have been draws, but suffered a blow in the 1-0 Liga victory over Espanyol on Saturday, with midfielder Tiago suffering a broken leg.

However, Simeone is confident the depth of his squad means they will be able to cope in the absence of the Portuguese veteran as they enter a hectic period.

"We re-armed the team [against Espanyol] with Saul, Oliver and Koke – three lads from our youth academy," Simeone said.

"The competition gives everyone a chance to play and that's good for everyone and for the team.