Atletico Madrid is set to face RB Leipzig in their 2024/25 UEFA Champions League opener at the Estadio Metropolitano, having recently secured a 3-0 victory over Valencia in La Liga. Atletico remains unbeaten in league play and currently sits second in La Liga, while Leipzig has also maintained an unbeaten start in the Bundesliga, although their last match ended in a goalless draw. Key players missing for Atletico include Pablo Barrios due to injury, while Leipzig will benefit from the return of captain Willi Orban, who was suspended in their last Bundesliga match. The new Champions League format means Atletico will face eight opponents across the league phase, aiming for a top finish to advance. Both teams are looking to solidify their offensive strategies, with Atletico expected to leverage their home advantage against a disciplined Leipzig defense. The match, kicking off at 9:00 p.m. local time on September 19, is anticipated to be a closely contested battle, with Atletico tipped to secure a victory.