Wed Oct 02 19:17:59 UTC 2024: ## Benfica and Atletico Madrid Prepare for a Tight Champions League Clash

**Lisbon, Portugal:** Benfica and Atletico Madrid will go head-to-head in a closely contested Champions League fixture at the Estadio da Luz on Wednesday night. Both teams are in strong form and have impressive recent victories under their belts.

Benfica, under new manager Bruno Lage, have won their last four matches, including a 2-1 victory over Red Star Belgrade in their opening Champions League match. Atletico Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, are unbeaten in their last nine games and also won their first Champions League match, defeating Red Bull Leipzig 2-1.

Despite Benfica’s recent offensive surge, Atletico Madrid’s strong defense and recent low-scoring games suggest a tight match. The draw is seen as the most likely outcome, with both sides equally matched.

**Antoine Griezmann,** who recently announced his retirement from international football, is expected to be a key figure for Atletico Madrid. Freed from international duties, Griezmann will be fully focused on club success. He will likely feature prominently in the match, and is tipped to have at least one shot on target.

**Other Champions League Matches:**

Meanwhile, across Europe, a series of Champions League matches will take place on Wednesday, including Aston Villa hosting Bayern Munich, and a host of other exciting clashes.

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Following crowd trouble during the Madrid derby, Atletico Madrid have been handed a three-match punishment. The club has also seen its stadium closed for a match.

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