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Atletico Madrid v Barcelona: Champions League quarter-final, second leg – live

by Sofia Bennett
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Atletico Madrid v Barcelona: Champions League quarter-final, second leg – live

Atletico Madrid face Barcelona in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final at 8pm BST, with the Spanish side needing to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg.

The match comes as part of a busy evening of European football, with live coverage also available for Liverpool v PSG. Readers can follow the live scoreboard, and there is also an email option for updates from Will. The source also points readers to the alternative live blog for Liverpool v PSG, described with a light touch as the more mainstream option.

Atletico have named a 4-4-2 formation for the match, with Musso in goal; Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet and Ruggeri in defence; Simeone, Koke and Llorente in midfield; Lookman, Griezmann and Alvarez involved further forward.

The line-up suggests Atletico are set up to chase the tie while still keeping enough structure to manage Barcelona’s attacking threat. With a two-goal deficit from the first leg, the home side know they will need a sharp performance to stay in the competition.

Barcelona arrive with the advantage after their first-leg win, and the pressure now shifts to Atletico to respond in front of their own supporters. Champions League knockout matches often turn on a single moment, and this one is no different, with both the scoreline and the occasion creating a tense atmosphere.

As the evening’s live coverage begins, the focus will be on whether Atletico can find an early breakthrough or whether Barcelona can control the tie and protect their lead. The first leg’s 2-0 result gives Barcelona a strong position, but a second leg at this stage of the competition always carries the possibility of change.

Fans following the match can expect updates throughout the game, along with coverage of the broader Champions League picture and the concurrent Liverpool v PSG tie. With two high-profile quarter-finals on the same night, it is set to be a significant evening in the tournament.

The details available ahead of kick-off point to an intriguing contest: Atletico needing goals, Barcelona defending a healthy lead, and both clubs competing for a place in the semi-finals. The stage is set for a decisive second leg in Madrid.

Atletico Madrid XI: Musso; Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Simeone, Koke, Llorente; Lookman; Griezmann; Alvarez.

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