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In-form Atletico Madrid looks to end its Champions League slump against city rival Real Madrid

The Madrid derby takes center stage in the round of 16 of the Champions League, with Atletico Madrid in a commanding position to try to finally get the best of rival Real Madrid in the European competition.

Atletico Madrid, currently enjoying a strong run of form, is set to face their city rivals, Real Madrid, in the upcoming Champions League quarterfinals. This match is particularly significant as Atletico aims to break their recent poor run in the competition, having been eliminated in the last 16 in the previous two seasons. The team has shown resilience and tactical acumen under coach Diego Simeone, with key players like Antoine Griezmann and Alvaro Morata in fine scoring form. Real Madrid, on the other hand, comes into the tie with their own set of challenges, including injuries to key players, but they remain a formidable opponent with a rich history in the tournament. The first leg of this eagerly anticipated Madrid derby will take place at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Atletico looking to leverage their recent momentum to secure a favorable result.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/in-form-atletico-madrid-looks-to-end-its-champions-league-slump-against-city-rival-real-madrid/ar-AA1A8HDz