Tottenham Face Uphill Battle Against Atlético Madrid in Champions League Return Leg
Atlético Madrid travels to London to face Tottenham in a crucial Champions League round of 16 second leg. Atlético carries a significant advantage with a 5-2 win from the first leg, but remains cautious after a difficult cup tie against Barcelona, which they narrowly won after a 4-0 first-leg deficit.
Atlético Madrid recently secured a win against Getafe with a goal from Nahuel Molina, while Tottenham drew with Liverpool. The winner of this tie will face either Barcelona or Newcastle United in the quarter-finals.
Match Details: When and Where to Watch
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will host the Tottenham – Atlético Madrid match on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Daniel Siebert will officiate the game, with VAR support from Bastian Dankert.
Team News: Significant Absences on Both Sides
Tottenham is grappling with a substantial injury list, including Bentancur, Kudus, Palhinha, Bissouma, Davies, Kulusevski, Maddison, Odobert, Cuti Romero, and Souza. Richarlison is also suspended for the match. Atlético Madrid has concerns over Jan Oblak, who missed the recent La Liga match against Getafe due to a muscle strain. Barrios and Mendoza are confirmed absentees for Atlético.
How to Watch Tottenham vs. Atlético Madrid
The match will be broadcast on Movistar Liga de Campeones and Liga de Campeones 4 via Movistar Plus + (channels 60 and 180), Orange TV (channels 115 and 119), and LaLiga TV Bar.
Follow the Action Live Online
For live, minute-by-minute updates, visit As.com. Pre-match coverage and team lineups will be available an hour before kickoff, followed by a match report, player reactions, and video highlights.
Champions League Fixtures: A Look Ahead
Barcelona will play Newcastle United at 5:45 PM, with an aggregate score of 1-1. Bayern Munich will face Atalanta at 8:00 PM, leading 6-1 on aggregate. Liverpool will host Galatasaray at 8:00 PM, trailing 1-0 on aggregate. Tottenham Hotspur will play Atlético Madrid at 8:00 PM, with Atlético leading 5-2 on aggregate.
Key Stats: Tottenham vs. Atlético Madrid
Tottenham currently sits 4th in their league, while Atlético Madrid is 14th. Tottenham has accumulated 17 points and scored 19 goals, conceding 12. Atlético Madrid has 13 points, scoring 29 goals and conceding 21. Atlético has taken 126 shots compared to Tottenham’s 86, with 67 on target versus Tottenham’s 43. Passing accuracy is comparable, with Tottenham at 84.86% and Atlético at 86.04%.
FAQ
When is the Tottenham vs. Atlético Madrid match?
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
Where can I watch the match?
Movistar Liga de Campeones, Liga de Campeones 4, Orange TV, and LaLiga TV Bar.
Who is the referee?
Daniel Siebert.
What is the current aggregate score?
Atlético Madrid 5, Tottenham Hotspur 2.
Which teams will the winner face in the next round?
The winner will face either Barcelona or Newcastle United.
Did you recognize?
Atlético Madrid has a significant advantage heading into the second leg, but their recent performance in the Copa del Rey shows they are not immune to upsets.
Pro Tip:
Keep an eye on Jan Oblak’s fitness. His presence in goal is crucial for Atlético Madrid’s chances.
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