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.
How to watch and odds
Date: Tuesday, March 4 | Time: 3 p.m. ET
Location: Santiago Bernabeu – Madrid, Spain
Watch: Paramount+
Odds: Real Madrid -115; Draw +250; Atletico Madrid +330
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Prediction
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
Knockout phase playoffs TV schedule
All times U.S./Eastern
