Atletico Madrid Hosts RB Leipzig in Champions League Clash

Atletico Madrid commenced their 2024-25 UEFA Champions League campaign with a match against RB Leipzig at the Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano in Madrid on Thursday, September 19, 2024. The encounter was set to challenge RB Leipzig, marking a tough start for the German team as they faced the formidable Spanish side.

RB Leipzig, led by Marco Rose, entered the match with high expectations due to their lineup, which includes talents like Xavi Simons, Lois Openda, and Benjamin Sesko. However, they faced a stern test against Diego Simeone‘s Atletico Madrid. The home team boasted a strong squad featuring players like Julian Alvarez, Rodrigo De Paul, and Conor Gallagher.

Atletico Madrid, known for their strong defense and tactical discipline, proved to be a tough opponent for RB Leipzig. The statistics were against Leipzig, as Atletico achieved a perfect win record at home during the previous Champions League season, winning all five of their home matches.

The match kicked off at 12:30 AM IST on Friday, after being scheduled for Thursday evening local time. Fans could catch the action live on the Sony Sports Network or through live streaming on the SonyLiv app and website. For viewers abroad, the match was available on the CBS Sports Network and could be accessed via various streaming services.

Both teams had the ambition to start the group stage strongly, but Atletico’s perfect home record added pressure on RB Leipzig to perform at their best to secure a favorable outcome in Madrid.