Madrid Derby in Europe! Atlético Ready to Surprise
An epic clash is coming up in Europe! Atlético de Madrid is preparing for another derby against Real Madrid, a duel full of history and rivalry.
Although the precedents in the Champions League are not entirely favorable, the ‘colchonero’ spirit never gives up! This confrontation marks a milestone, equaling Liverpool and Chelsea as the most repeated duel between teams from the same country in the history of the Champions League (10 matches).
We proudly remember the 2017 semi-finals and the European Super Cup, where we lifted the trophy with a resounding 4-2, thanks to Diego Costa’s double! Cholo Simeone’s team arrives at the Bernabéu with the mission of counteracting the offensive power of the rival, which stands out for its shots from outside the area.
However, our defense is a wall!, being one of the teams that has conceded the fewest goals from outside the area in the major leagues. In addition, Madrid will have to closely watch Julián Álvarez, the Argentinian striker who has surpassed his best goalscoring record in Europe with 21 goals.
His adaptation to the team has been spectacular, and he could break records as the top scorer for Atleti in his first year of Champions. Simeone trusts his potential and that he will continue to grow as a player. We trust in the passion, talent and strategy of Cholo to overcome this challenge! Aúpa Atleti!
