Both teams arrive in North London with very different expectations. Tottenham Hotspur are facing a difficult task after their heavy first-leg defeat and Atlético de Madrid come into this second leg in full control of the tie. The Spanish side carry a good 5–2 advantage from the first leg at the Metropolitano, putting them in a very comfortable position ahead of kickoff.
Spurs must chase the game from the first minute and hope for an early breakthrough. Atlético, meanwhile, can afford to stay compact, manage the tempo, and wait for opportunities to strike on the counter.
Match Details
- Fixture: Tottenham vs. Atlético Madrid
- Competition: UEFA Champions League—Round of 16 Second Leg
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Kick-off: 21:00 GMT+1
- Referee: Daniel Siebert (Germany)
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How & Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast on beIN Sports, Canal+, and TNT Sports.
Tottenham Team News
Tottenham receive a slight boost with important defensive returns. Captain Cristian Romero is back after concussion protocol, while Micky van de Ven also returns to the squad.
However, the absences are significant. Richarlison is suspended, and João Palhinha is ruled out following a head injury. The injury list remains heavy, with James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Yves Bissouma, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Mohammed Kudus all unavailable.
There are also late fitness concerns over Dominic Solanke and Conor Gallagher, who will be assessed before kickoff.
Tottenham’s expected XI (3–4–2–1): Vicario; Danso, Romero, Van de Ven; Porro, Gray, Sarr, Spence; Kolo Muani, Simons; Solanke.
Atlético Madrid Team News
Atlético travel with confidence but without their first-choice goalkeeper. Jan Oblak misses out due to a muscle injury.
Other absentees include Pablo Barrios and Rodrigo Mendoza, who are both unavailable.
Recent meetings have swung heavily in Atlético’s favor, with their dominant 5–2 win in the first leg putting them firmly in control of the tie. Tottenham’s strong home European record offers some hope, but overturning such a deficit against a disciplined Atlético side will be a huge challenge.
Atlético’s expected XI (4–4–2): Musso; Pubill, Le Normand, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Llorente, Cardoso, Lookman; Álvarez, Griezmann.
- Score Prediction: Tottenham 2–2 Atlético Madrid (Atlético qualify)
