Preview: Tottenham vs Atlético Madrid Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Round of 16 second leg
Los Colchoneros dominated the previous clash between these clubs.
Tottenham Hotspur are now going to lock horns with Atletico Madrid for their second leg round of 16 contest of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. This is going to be an interesting game, taking place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Spurs are on a poor run of form at the moment. They are coming in after securing a draw against Liverpool in the final moments of their last Premier League game. Despite being at home for their next contest, they will be under pressure as Tottenham Hotspur are down by three goals.
The Diego Simeone-led Atletico Madrid performed well in their previous leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16. They have secured back-to-back wins in their last three matches and will only be looking to extend their winning run. Los Colchoneros will be away from home, but their confidence levels will be on the positive side.
Kick-off:
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Tottenham Hotspur
- Date: Thursday, March 19
- Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Mar 18; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Spurs: L-L-L-L-D
Atleti: W-L-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Richarlison (Tottenham)
The 28-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Tottenham Hotspur. He is coming in after scoring a last-minute equaliser in the previous game for the Spurs. The Brazilian forward will be yet again looking to step up his game and come up with a top performance to help his side make a comeback.
Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)
Julián Álvarez scored a brace in the previous leg against the Spurs. With the ball at his feet, he is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. In 10 UEFA Champions League appearances this season, the Argentine forward has 10 goal involvements and will be eager to add more to his tally now.
Match Facts
- Atletico Madrid have won four of their last five games.
- Tottenham Hotspur have failed to secure a win in their last five attempts.
- This will be the third-ever confrontation between these clubs.
Tottenham vs Atleti: Betting Tips and Odds
- Atletico Madrid to win @8/5 Betway
- Julian Alvarez to score @11/5 Betway
- Goals over 3.5 @9/5 Unibet
Injury and Team News
James Maddison, Joao Palhinha, Cristian Romero, Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, Ben Davies, Destiny Udogie, Radu Dragusin, Lucas Bergvall, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus and Wilson Odobert are not going to be in action for Tottenham Hotspur due to their injuries. Conor Gallagher is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.
Atletico Madrid will miss out on the services of Rodrigo Mendoza and Pablo Barrios. They are injured.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 2
Spurs won: 0
Atleti won: 2
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Tottenham predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Vicario (GK); Porro, Danso, Dragusin, Spence; Souza, Gray, Sarry, Tel; Richarlison, Solanke
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Oblak (GK); Pubill, Le Normand, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Llorente, Cardoso, Lookman; Griezmann, Álvarez
Match Prediction
The hosts are going to be under pressure and Los Colchoneros will be keen to use it to their advantage. Atletico Madrid are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Tottenham Hotspur in their upcoming UEFA Champions League clash.
Prediction: Spurs 2-3 Atleti
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports, BBC
US: Paramount+, TUDN
Nigeria: DAZN
When and where is Tottenham vs Atleti UCL match?
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch UCL live in India?
SonyLIV and Sony Sports Network can be used to watch the UCL live in India.
Where and how to watch UCL live in UK?
Fans in the United Kingdom, TNT Sports and BBC can be used to watch all the games live.
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