Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Champions League 2024-2025 Match Preview
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid face off in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 for the 2024-2025 season. This highly anticipated Madrid derby will take place at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Match Details
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and will be officiated by a French referee team led by Clément Turpin.
Kickoff Time
- 23:00 Mecca Time (22:00 Cairo Time)
- 20:00 GMT
Where to Watch Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid
The match will be broadcast live on:
- beIN Sports HD 1 (Arabic commentary by Saeed Al Kaabi)
- beIN Sports HD 1 English
Fans can also follow the game through live coverage on sports news platforms.
For more details on how to watch the match, check the following sources:
Head-to-Head Record
Real Madrid holds the upper hand in past encounters with 78 wins, while Atletico Madrid has won 34 times. The two teams have drawn 39 matches in their history.
La Liga Standings Before the Match
Atletico Madrid is currently in second place in La Liga with 56 points, just one point behind Barcelona. Meanwhile, Real Madrid sits in third place with 54 points, following a recent defeat to Real Betis.
Key Players to Watch
- Kylian Mbappe will lead Real Madrid’s attack as he aims to add to his Champions League goal tally.
- Vinicius Jr., one of Madrid’s top performers, has been in excellent form. He recently spoke about his future and ambitions for the Ballon d'Or in an exclusive interview. Read more here.
- Antoine Griezmann, Atletico Madrid’s key forward, will be crucial in breaking through Real Madrid’s defense.
UEFA Champions League Earnings Before the Round of 16
Champions League clubs have already secured substantial financial rewards before reaching the knockout stage. Checkoutthefull repor
For Atletico Madrid’s latest performance, including their 3-0 victory over Valencia, check this report.
This Madrid derby promises to be an intense battle as both teams compete for a spot in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
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