Atletico Madrid is set to host Club Brugge on Tuesday for the second leg of their Champions League knockout play-off, with the tie evenly poised at 3-3 following an exhilarating first match in Belgium. The Spanish side is eager to capitalize on home advantage at the Metropolitano Stadium as they seek a place in the last 16 of the prestigious tournament. Meanwhile, Brugge arrives in Spain with confidence, buoyed by a strong domestic performance and a late comeback in the initial leg.
In terms of team news, Atletico Madrid will be without midfielders Nicolas Gonzalez and Pablo Barrios due to muscle and thigh injuries, both players are not expected to return until early March. However, manager Diego Simeone has no suspensions to worry about, allowing him to select from his full senior squad.
Striker Alexander Sørloth is in excellent form, having netted twice in Atletico’s recent 4-2 comeback victory over Espanyol. Ademola Lookman has also made a promising start to his time in Madrid, scoring four goals and providing two assists in his first six appearances across all competitions. Lookman will be looking to maintain this momentum in this crucial Champions League encounter.
Fans are eagerly anticipating the clash, with the match scheduled to kick off at 5:45 PM BST on Tuesday, February 24th. In the UK, the game will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 3, with coverage also available through the Discovery+ streaming platform as part of TNT’s exclusive UEFA Champions League rights for the 2025-26 cycle.
This matchup promises excitement as both teams look to progress further in the tournament, showcasing their talents on a grand stage.