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Rodrygo’s fourth-minute goal has given the lead against Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their last-16 tie.
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OH MY! That’s even better than Rodrygo’s!
Did I mention that I rate him?
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It’s a good point (as always) from Mark Carey, and Atletico have now spells since that rattled opening where they look a little more controlled.
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WOAH! What a star!
All after just three and a half minutes!
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Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid live stream, lineups: Where to watch UEFA Champions League, odds, picks
Real Madrid face another stiff test in their quest to defend their UEFA Champions League title, facing crosstown rivals Atletico Madrid in the round of 16.
The reigning champions are in the last 16 after knocking out 2023 winners Manchester City in a 6-3 aggregate win in the knockout phase playoffs, though their path to advance will not get any easier against Atletico. Diego Simeone’s side booked direct passageway to the round of 16 after finishing in the top eight during the league phase.
Here’s what to know before tuning in.
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Real Madrid’s uncanny habit of persevering despite imperfect performances has not let up just yet, though they have not been able to do it at as regular a basis as they did last season. Inconsistency has been a theme of this campaign, especially against the better teams that they face. It makes Tuesday’s first leg against Atletico, a team they have not been able to beat this season, particularly compelling.
Los Blancos will be well-rested heading into the game, with manager Carlo Ancelotti choosing to rotate through his squad in Real Madrid’s 2-1 loss to Real Betis on Saturday. The pressure will be on their defense – which could have some of its stars back after different injuries – to keep out Atletico’s impressive goalscorers including Julian Alvarez, Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth. Real Madrid have their own star-studded attack, too, and big games from Kyian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior or Jude Bellingham (in the second leg after he serves a yellow card suspension in the first leg) could be required in order to survive this tie.
Real Madrid:
Atletico Madrid:
These two sides have enough firepower to score – and enough quality to cancel out the other’s efforts. Expect a closely contested battle in arguably the most anticipated Champions League game of the week, especially after two 1-1 draws in La Liga play this season. Pick: Real Madrid 1, Atletico Madrid 1
All times U.S./Eastern
TUESDAY, MARCH 4
TIME
HOW TO WATCH
Champions League Matchday
12 p.m.
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa
12:45 p.m.
Paramount+
UEFA Champions League Today pre-match
2 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
CBS Sports Golazo Matchday
2:30 p.m.
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
The Golazo Show
3 p.m.
Paramount+
Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid
3 p.m.
Paramount+
PSV vs. Arsenal
3 p.m.
Paramount+
Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille
3 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
UEFA Champions League Today post-match
5 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
The Champions Club
5 p.m.
CBS Sports Golazo Network, YouTube
Scoreline
7 p.m.
CBS Sports Golazo Network
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
TIME
HOW TO WATCH
Feyenoord vs. Inter
12:45 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
UEFA Champions League Today pre-match
2 p.m.
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
UEFA Champions League Today post-match
2:45 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
The Golazo Show
3 p.m.
Paramount+
Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen
3 p.m.
Paramount+
Benfica vs. Barcelona
3 p.m.
Paramount+
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool
3 p.m.
Paramount+
UEFA Champions League Today post-match
5 p.m.
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
The Champions Club
5 p.m.
CBS Sports Golazo Network, YouTube
Scoreline
5 p.m.
CBS Sports Golazo Network
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TUESDAY, MARCH 4 |
TIME |
HOW TO WATCH |
|
Champions League Matchday |
12 p.m. |
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network |
|
Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa |
12:45 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
UEFA Champions League Today pre-match |
2 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
CBS Sports Golazo Matchday |
2:30 p.m. |
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network |
|
The Golazo Show |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
PSV vs. Arsenal |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille |
3 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
UEFA Champions League Today post-match |
5 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
The Champions Club |
5 p.m. |
CBS Sports Golazo Network, YouTube |
|
Scoreline |
7 p.m. |
CBS Sports Golazo Network |
|
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 |
TIME |
HOW TO WATCH |
| UEFA Champions League Today pre-match | 12 p.m. | CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
Feyenoord vs. Inter |
12:45 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
UEFA Champions League Today pre-match |
2 p.m. |
Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network |
|
UEFA Champions League Today post-match |
2:45 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
The Golazo Show |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
Benfica vs. Barcelona |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool |
3 p.m. |
Paramount+ |
|
UEFA Champions League Today post-match |
5 p.m. |
CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ |
|
The Champions Club |
5 p.m. |
CBS Sports Golazo Network, YouTube |
|
Scoreline |
5 p.m. |
CBS Sports Golazo Network |
Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodrigo de Paul appears to be largely ignoring the noise surrounding the Madrid derby this evening, claiming that they are focused on the game itself rather than anything that might come with it. He also explained that for now at least, he is in the right place to be playing his football.
De Paul explained that the team was feeling good and looking forward to the occasion. He followed his manager’s lead though, noting that for him, the next game is always the most important match regardless of the opponent.
“The analysis is that we are facing Madrid at the Bernabeu. They are the European champions and we are both going to compete. When the match starts, there is no other option than to do what is best for your team.”
The Argentine midfielder went on to say that Atletico had been preparing well for games, and were not paying any attention to the pressure of that occasion. On a personal level, many believe that de Paul is having his best year at the Metropolitano, and he was asked what had changed.
“I always felt important. All roles have a weight, that is why our strength is the group, no role is more valuable than another. I take on what I have to do and I love being challenged. I can give much more and the only way to achieve that is by working.”
The exhaustion that comes with the game might be mental, but that has little to do with the media attention on the fixture.
“Wear and tear has nothing to do with what is said externally, but with the fact that we are going to face a great rival, and these are games that we love to play but that are exhausting.”
In terms of his own future, de Paul explained he was perfectly happy where he was.
“I always believe that the best level is yet to come. I am at a club that I love, with values that I share, with a harmonious and hard-working atmosphere and a clear message that we agree on. I’m enjoying the moment and I don’t think beyond that.”
Rumours about Atletico potentially looking to cash in on de Paul have surfaced in recent summers, but since his improvement in consistency, those have been few and far between. There are likely contract discussions on the horizon for de Paul though, who is into the final 18 months of his deal, and turns 31 before the end of the season.
