Atletico Madrid welcome Real Madrid to the Metropolitano on Wednesday night for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League last 16 tie, with Los Blancos holding a 2-1 advantage from the first leg.
Brahim Diaz’s late winner at the Bernabeu puts Carlo Ancelotti’s men in pole position, but Diego Simeone’s side have been strong at home in European competitions and will be aiming to turn the tie around in front of a raucous crowd.
🔴Atletico Madrid Target Comeback at the Wanda| Home Win = 2.65💵
Atletico have lost just one of their last seven home games against their city rivals Real, and they remain unbeaten in their last 18 knockout-stage home matches in the Champions League coming into this crunch fixture.
Despite their 2-1 first-leg defeat, Atleti have a history of overturning first-leg deficits, most recently against Inter Milan last season. A strong defensive display and clinical finishing will be crucial, however, it will be another thing to do against the competition’s best team ever.
🔵Real Madrid Look to Seal Qualification at Tough Ground | Away Win = 2.73💵
Real Madrid have won their last five Champions League knockout games and remain unbeaten in their last 10. They have only failed to advance once in 22 previous ties when winning the first leg and that will be all the confidence they need.
Despite their recent struggles at the Metropolitano, Los Blancos’ experience in this competition makes them favorites. Jude Bellingham’s return and their attacking firepower will be key to closing out the tie against a stubborn Atletico side that have been a thorn in Madrid's side this season.
🔑Key Players & Team News📰:
Atletico Madrid are without Koke but welcome back Cesar Azpilicueta. Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez will lead the attack, with Marcos Llorente offering versatility.
Real Madrid will be without Dani Ceballos, Dani Carvajal, and Eder Militao. Antonio Rudiger and Thibaut Courtois should return, while Jude Bellingham will likely start after serving his domestic suspension.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.63💵
⚽Atletico are unbeaten in 18 home Champions League knockout matches, highlighting their strength at the Metropolitano. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.65
⚽Real Madrid have won their last five Champions League knockout games, demonstrating their experience in big European nights. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Yes = 2.19
With Atletico’s strong home record and Real Madrid’s Champions League pedigree, this Madrid derby promises to be a tense and thrilling battle.
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