Atletico Madrid is set to face Turkish champions Galatasaray on Wednesday night at RAMS Park in what promises to be an exciting UEFA Champions League group stage match. The Spanish side aims to secure their fourth consecutive Champions League victory as they prepare to clash with their Turkish counterparts.
Currently, Atletico Madrid occupies the 10th spot in the La Liga standings, having gathered 12 points from six matches. They come into this match on the heels of a narrow 1-0 win against Deportivo Alaves, showcasing a resilient defense that has been a hallmark of their recent performances.
Historically, Atletico Madrid has had the upper hand against Galatasaray, with an impressive record of keeping clean sheets in all four previous Champions League meetings and remaining unbeaten in their last six overall encounters against the Turkish club.
In terms of team news, Atletico Madrid will be without Clément Lenglet, who is sidelined with a knee injury until February. Nicolás González is back in training but is unlikely to start in Istanbul as he continues his recovery process. Atletico’s recent success has been bolstered by the scoring prowess of Alexander Sørloth, who netted the decisive goal against Deportivo Alavés, while Julián Álvarez has also impressed with four goals in five Champions League matches.
The predicted lineup for Atletico Madrid includes Jan Oblak in goal, supported by a defense consisting of Llorente, Pubill, Hancko, and Ruggeri. The midfield is expected to feature Simeone, Barrios, Koke, and Baena, with Sørloth and Alvarez leading the attack.
Kickoff for the match is scheduled for 5:45 PM BST on January 21. Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on TNT Sports 10, with streaming available on discovery+.
As both teams prepare for this pivotal encounter, Atletico Madrid’s recent form and historical advantage could prove crucial as they vie for an important victory in the Champions League.