Atletico Madrid vs Liverpool: Atletico Madrid faces Liverpool in an important clash on Matchday 3 in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday.
Match Details:
Teams: Atletico Madrid vs Liverpool
Venue: Estadio Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain
Date: Wednesday 20th October, 2021
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Live Link: http://www.sonyliv.com/
You’ve missed Atleti.
You thought these past two weeks would never end.
The wait’s over. We’re back. 🔴⚪ pic.twitter.com/ouZbIt2TRl
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) October 19, 2021
Preview
Atletico Madrid picked up their first of the campaign when they beat AC Milan 2-1 away from home on Matchday 2.
Leao gave the Italian side a half time lead but late goals from Griezmann and Suarez within 6 minutes of each other ensured a win for the La Liga champions.
This sent Atletico to 2nd in the points table with 4 points from 2 matches.
On the other hand, Liverpool’s thrilling run continues as they picked up a 5-1 away thumping win over FC Porto on MD 2.
Mané scored on either side of Salah and Firmino’s double strikes each bsending Liverpool to the Group B points table.
The Reds won both their fixtures, looking a confidence unit and in the running for securing qualification.
This should be a treat for the neutrals as two tactically equipped sides take on each other.
Both sides met in the UCL 2019-20 season Round of 16 where Atletico Madrid 4-2 on aggregate.
Form Guide
Atletico Madrid: DWLWW
Liverpool: WDWDW
Last Matches of both teams:
Atletico Madrid 2-0 Barcelona
Watford 0-5 Liverpool
Getting set for the latest instalment of #UCL action!
🔜 Madrid ✈️ pic.twitter.com/0colS67IOw
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) October 18, 2021
Where to watch the live stream and broadcast of Atletico Madrid vs Liverpool in India?
The match is live streamed on the Sony LIV App, Jio TV, while the broadcast is on the Sony Ten 2.
Team News
Cunha is a major doubt for the hosts as he recovers from a thigh injury while Savic is suspended.
The Reds have Jones, Elliott and Thiago ruled out of contention due to groin, Ankle and Calf injuries respectively.
Atletico Madrid possible 11:
Oblak, Felipe, Kondogbia, Hermoso, Trippier, De Paul, Koke, Lemar, Carrasco, Suárez and Felix
Liverpool possible 11:
Becker, Robertson, van Dijk, Matip, Alexander-Arnold, Keita, Fabinho, Henderson, Mané, Salah and Firmino
Prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-2 Liverpool
Liverpool has been in ruthless form in recent weeks and with Salah at the top of his game, the Premier League side look a formidable unit.
Atletico Madrid has performed well at home due to their defensive capabilities and ability to keep hustling.
It would be a reunion for Suarez as he faces his ex-side in the UCL side and there could be fireworks.
We expect a hard-fought stalemate take place in this side as both sides have an unbelievable depth of talent; capable of matching up to each other.
Players to watch out for: Lemar, Suárez, Salah and Mané.
