Julian Alvarez scored a second-half brace as a 10-man Atletico Madrid came from a goal down to beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-1 at home on Tuesday, and take a major step towards a top-eight finish.

Atletico Madrid has announced Diego Simeone's squad for tonight's Champions League match against Bayer Leverkusen. The list highlights the absence of Sorloth but also the return of Giménez to action.

Atletico Madrid host Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League with both sides vying for a place in the round of 16 at the end of the league phase. Diego Simeone's men come into this 11th in the UCL standings and one point off the top eight with Xabi Alonso's side fourth with 13 points from six games.

With both sides aiming to secure a top eight finish in the Champions League opening phase, Atletico Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen are separated by just a single point ahead of their clash at the

When is Atletico Madrid vs. Leverkusen? Atletico Madrid vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on Jan. 21. This fixture takes place at the Metropolitano St

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