Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are set to face each other in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9:00 PM local time (3:00 PM ET).

Recent Form:

• Real Madrid: Los Blancos have experienced mixed results recently, with a 2-1 loss to Real Betis on March 1, 2025, and a 1-1 draw against Osasuna on February 15, 2025. However, they secured a 3-1 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League playoff on February 19, 2025.

• Atletico Madrid: Los Colchoneros have been in strong form, winning 1-0 against Athletic Club on March 1, 2025, and achieving a 3-0 victory over Valencia on February 22, 2025. They also played out a thrilling 4-4 draw with Barcelona on February 25, 2025.

Head-to-Head Record:

In their last three encounters over the past 13 months, all matches have ended in 1-1 draws, indicating a closely contested rivalry.

Team News:

• Real Madrid: The team will be without several key players, including Dani Carvajal (ACL injury), Eder Militao (ACL injury), Dani Ceballos (hamstring injury), Jesus Vallejo (hamstring injury), Federico Valverde (unknown injury), and Jude Bellingham (suspension).

   

• Atletico Madrid: Atleti will miss the services of Koke (muscle injury) and Cesar Azpilicueta (unknown injury).

   

Prediction:

Considering the recent form of both teams and the significance of this Champions League fixture, a closely contested match is anticipated. Given the recent trend of draws between these sides, another stalemate could be on the cards.

Predicted Score: Real Madrid 1-1 Atletico Madrid