One of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16’s most dramatic ties now shifts to London. After the first leg at the Metropolitano, Tottenham bring Atletico Madrid to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium — a European night that could define both clubs’ seasons. Here’s everything you need ahead of the second leg.
Tottenham vs Atletico Madrid Match at a Glance — Second Leg
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Tottenham vs Atletico Madrid |
| Competition | UCL Round of 16 — 2nd Leg |
| Venue | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London |
| Tottenham Manager | Igor Tudor |
| Atletico Manager | Diego Simeone |
| First Leg Venue | Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid |
| Expected Kick-off | 21:00 CET / 8:00 PM GMT |
| TV (UK) | TNT Sports |
| TV (US) | Paramount+ / CBS Sports |
First Leg Context & Current Form
Igor Tudor’s first European assignment as Tottenham coach was a trip to Estadio Metropolitano. The stats hinted at an interesting clash of styles — Atletico’s 24-goal haul was only bettered by two teams in the competition, while Tottenham kept more clean sheets (six) than any other team this season, including two on the road.
Atletico Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 3-2 at home in La Liga before the first leg, while Tottenham entered on a five-game losing streak in the Premier League, sitting just one point outside the relegation zone. Fandom
Tottenham are winless in their last six matches domestically. Their Champions League campaign, however, has been the polar opposite — they finished fourth out of 36 teams in the League Phase, booking an automatic spot in the Round of 16. TOPUPLIVE
Key Players to Watch
Alexander Sørloth has scored six goals in his last four games for Atletico — he is in extraordinary form, and Tottenham’s unstable defence should have problems containing him. LDShop
For Spurs, Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani carry the attacking threat, with Dominic Solanke leading the scoring charts this season for the North London club.
Expected Lineups
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Pubill, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Koke, Cardoso, Lookman; Alvarez, Sørloth
Tottenham: Vicario; Danso, Romero, Van de Ven; Pedro Porro, Gallagher, João Palhinha, Gray; Simons, Solanke, Kolo Muani
Our Prediction
Despite being an inconsistent Atletico, the organisation and belief in the Simeone system should prove enough as Spurs’ season continues to struggle. Atletico should get past Spurs in this tie. U7BUY
At least two goals have been scored in every game Atletico have played this UCL campaign — expect a high-scoring, tense tie at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Games
Prediction: Tottenham 1–2 Atletico Madrid (Atletico progress on aggregate)
For more Champions League previews, predictions, and football analysis, visit Technosports’ football section and our latest Champions League coverage. Track official fixture details at UEFA.com.
