Tottenham Hotspur travel to the Spanish capital tonight aiming to maintain their perfect European defensive record and take a massive step towards the Champions League quarter-finals.
The Lilywhites have moved into the knockout stages with surprising ease compared to their domestic struggles, finishing ahead of several European heavyweights in the league phase.
Manager Igor Tudor oversaw a disappointing loss at Crystal Palace on Thursday, but his side has saved its best displays for the continental stage.
Spurs have won their last three Champions League games without conceding a goal, and another shutout tonight would set a new club record of four consecutive clean sheets in the competition.
Tottenham Hotspur team news
Igor Tudor manages a squad missing several influential creative figures but receives a significant boost to his defensive core. Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero are both available to anchor the backline after serving suspensions in the Premier League. Consequently, Tudor can field his preferred centre-back pairing at a vital time.
However, the injury list remains extensive, with James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Wilson Odobert all sidelined with long-term knee issues. Randal Kolo Muani—who has been involved in five goals in seven European games—is expected to be the primary threat.
Guglielmo Vicario will start in goal behind a projected back three of Kevin Danso, Romero, and Van de Ven. In midfield, João Palhinha and Pape Matar Sarr will likely provide the industrial base, while Pedro Porro and Archie Gray operate as wing-backs.
Xavi Simons is poised to start in the number 10 role, supporting a front two of Mathys Tel and Dominic Solanke. Spurs have lost just one of their last five Champions League meetings with Spanish opponents and will look to maintain that resilient record tonight.
Tottenham Hotspur predicted lineup
Tottenham Hotspur Predicted XI (3-4-1-2): Vicario; Danso, Romero, Van de Ven; Porro, Palhinha, Sarr, Gray; Simons; Tel, Solanke
When will the match kick off?
The Champions League fixture takes place at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on Tuesday, 10 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Tottenham Hotspur?
UK fans can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1. Highlights will be available shortly after the final whistle on the TNT Sports app.
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