ALL GOALS: Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United | UEFA Champions League
Diego Simeone celebrated a crucial win at the Metropolitano in a match featuring VAR controversy, clear-cut chances, and a red card that changed the course of the game.
Atlético Madrid defeated Manchester United 2-0 on Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League League Phase. Diego Simeone's side made the most of their home advantage at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium in a match featuring goals, shots off the woodwork, a goal disallowed after a VAR review, and a red card.
PABLO BARRIOS OPENS THE SCORING AS CARDOSO'S GOAL IS RULED OUT
Just one minute into the match (49 seconds), Pablo Barrios put Atlético Madrid ahead with a low right-footed finish following a cross from the left by Álex Baena. The ball deflected off Ayden Heaven, catching goalkeeper Senne Lammens off guard. In the 26th minute, Alejandro Grimaldo struck the crossbar with a free kick.
In the 43rd minute, Johnny Cardoso found the net with a powerful strike from the edge of the box after a pass from Giuliano Simeone. However, VAR overturned the goal because of a handball by Marcos Llorente in the buildup. Before halftime, Atlético manager Diego Simeone also received a yellow card for protesting the referee's decisions.
TWO SHOTS OFF THE WOODWORK, A RED CARD AND THE GOAL THAT SEALED THE WIN
In the second half, Julián Álvarez hit the post in the 54th minute, while Bruno Fernandes struck the woodwork for Manchester United three minutes later. The Portuguese midfielder continued to threaten, but the Red Devils could not find an equalizer.
The decisive moment came in the 74th minute, when Leny Yoro was sent off following a VAR review for a foul on Canadian forward Jonathan David, which was deemed to have denied a clear goalscoring opportunity.
Six minutes later, in the 79th minute, Ademola Lookman sealed the 2-0 victory by pouncing on a rebound conceded by Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens after a shot from Jonathan David. Both substitutes made an immediate impact, helping Atlético secure three crucial points in the Champions League.
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👋 WELCOME TO THE ATLÉTICO MADRID VS. MANCHESTER UNITED LIVE BLOG!
Welcome to our live coverage of Atlético Madrid (Spain) vs. Manchester United (England) on Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League League Phase!
The Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid is the venue for this European showdown, as the Colchoneros look to secure their first victory in the competition.
Score: Pre-Match: Atlético Madrid 0-0 Manchester United
📋 CONFIRMED LINEUPS!
🔴⚪ ATLÉTICO MADRID: Jan Oblak; Marcos Llorente, Cristian Romero, David Hancko, Álex Grimaldo; Giuliano Simeone, Pablo Barrios, Johnny Cardoso, Álex Baena; Kang-in Lee and Julián Álvarez.
Head Coach: Diego Simeone.
🔴 MANCHESTER UNITED: Senne Lammens; Ayden Heaven, Leny Yoro, Lisandro Martínez, Diogo Dalot; Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans; Carlos Baleba, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford and Bryan Mbeumo.
Head Coach: Michael Carrick.
📌 Koke's late withdrawal due to the death of his mother casts a shadow over the buildup to the match. Both teams also show their support for the Atlético captain.
Score: Pre-Match: Atlético Madrid 0-0 Manchester United
🏟️ CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ATMOSPHERE AT THE METROPOLITANO!
Atlético's supporters welcome their team with a spectacular stadium mosaic and the club's anthem. The players take to the pitch alongside the officiating team, led by Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg.
🕊️ Before kickoff, a minute's silence is observed in memory of Ana María Merodio, the mother of Koke and Borja Resurrección.
Score: Pre-Match: Atlético Madrid 0-0 Manchester United
⚽ 1' ATLÉTICO MADRID GOAL! PABLO BARRIOS!
What an immediate impact from the Colchoneros! Just 49 seconds into the match, Pablo Barrios opens the scoring with a low, driven right-footed finish after an excellent team move. Kang-in Lee starts the attack with a long pass, Álex Baena controls the ball on the left and sets up the Spanish midfielder, who arrives at the far post.
Ayden Heaven attempts to prevent the goal but cannot stop the ball from crossing the line. Barrios dedicates his goal to Koke and his family.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔴 3' ATLÉTICO PRESS MANCHESTER UNITED
Diego Simeone's men look to win the ball back quickly and put pressure on Manchester United's buildup. Andrey Santos drops between the defenders to help the visitors play out from the back.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 6' BAENA GOES LOOKING FOR A SECOND
Álex Baena tries his luck from the edge of the penalty area, but his shot strikes Lisandro Martínez in the head. Atlético continue to dictate the tempo in the opening minutes.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🏃 10' RASHFORD LOOKS TO RESPOND
Marcus Rashford accelerates down the left flank and attempts to get past Marcos Llorente, but the Atlético defender steps in at the right moment to stop his advance. Manchester United win their first corner of the match.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
😱 11' MBЕUMO COMES CLOSE TO AN EQUALIZER!
Manchester United's first major chance! Bryan Mbeumo beats Cristian Romero with a clever move near the edge of the box before firing a left-footed shot across goal. The ball passes narrowly wide of the left post after Jan Oblak gets a slight touch to divert it behind for a corner.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🚨 13' RASHFORD FAILS TO CONNECT WITH A VOLLEY
Lisandro Martínez plays a chipped pass behind Cristian Romero. Marcus Rashford gets between the Argentine defender and Marcos Llorente but fails to make clean contact with his first-time effort.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
💪 18' GRIMALDO LOOKS TO MAKE PROGRESS DOWN THE LEFT
Pablo Barrios switches play to Álex Grimaldo, who advances down the left flank and tries to use his pace to get forward. Diogo Dalot arrives in time to prevent the Atlético fullback from completing his cross.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🛡️ 21' HEAVEN PREVENTS FURTHER DANGER
Ayden Heaven steps in inside the penalty area to cut out a low cross from Álex Grimaldo before preventing Julián Álvarez from creating a clear-cut opportunity. Manchester United are trying to withstand Atlético's persistent attacks.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 23' OBLAK SAVES ATLÉTICO!
Bryan Mbeumo threatens again! The Manchester United forward combines with Youri Tielemans after Atlético lose possession while building from the back. The Cameroonian enters the box from the left and shoots, but Jan Oblak blocks the near post with his thigh to deny the equalizer.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🎯 24' DANGEROUS FREE KICK FOR THE COLCHONEROS
Pablo Barrios wins a foul near the right corner of Manchester United's penalty area. Álex Grimaldo prepares to take the free kick, giving Atlético an opportunity to extend their lead.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
💥 26' GRIMALDO HITS THE CROSSBAR!
What an effort from the Spanish fullback! Álex Grimaldo curls a left-footed free kick over the wall, but the ball crashes against the right-hand angle of the crossbar and post in front of Senne Lammens. Atlético come agonizingly close to scoring their second goal.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔥 28' KANG-IN LEE COMMITS A FOUL
The South Korean midfielder presses Andrey Santos aggressively and ends up bringing the Manchester United midfielder down. The English side look to take advantage of these situations to find space in the middle of the pitch.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔴⚪ 30' ATLÉTICO MADRID DOMINATE THE MATCH
The first half-hour is complete, and the Colchoneros have controlled much of the possession, with Pablo Barrios among the standout performers. Manchester United have created opportunities through Bryan Mbeumo but have been frustrated by a confident Jan Oblak.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
⚔️ 33' LISANDRO MARTÍNEZ STOPS GIULIANO
Marcos Llorente looks for a forward pass to Giuliano Simeone, who attempts to get in behind the defense. Lisandro Martínez reads the move and intercepts the ball before Atlético can turn the attack into a dangerous chance.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🟨 36' DIEGO SIMEONE BOOKED
The Argentine manager receives a yellow card for protesting the referee's decisions. Glenn Nyberg takes action against the Atlético Madrid coach for his complaints.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
✨ 36' JOHNNY CARDOSO SHOWS HIS SKILL IN MIDFIELD
The American midfielder of Brazilian descent produces an excellent piece of skill, nutmegging Andrey Santos. Pablo Barrios also continues to impress with his interceptions and ball recoveries as Atlético maintain control.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🎩 41' BAENA PRODUCES A MOMENT OF MAGIC!
Álex Baena switches the play and controls the ball brilliantly with his heel. The move ends with Julián Álvarez shooting from the edge of the box, but the Argentine sends his effort over the crossbar.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
⚽ 43' ATLÉTICO MADRID SCORE THROUGH JOHNNY CARDOSO! BUT...
What a strike from the American midfielder! Johnny Cardoso receives the ball on the edge of the box and unleashes a powerful right-footed shot that finds the net near Senne Lammens' left post.
However, the Colchoneros' celebrations are put on hold while VAR reviews the incident. The replay shows the ball striking Marcos Llorente's forearm inside the penalty area in the buildup. After checking the footage, referee Glenn Nyberg disallows the goal.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
⏱️ 45' TWO MINUTES OF STOPPAGE TIME
The referee signals two minutes of added time in a first half in which Atlético have created the clearest chances, although Manchester United have also threatened through Bryan Mbeumo.
Score: 1st Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🛑 HALF-TIME!
Atlético Madrid head into the break with the lead thanks to Pablo Barrios' goal after just 47 seconds. The hosts have dominated much of the match and struck the woodwork through Álex Grimaldo.
Jan Oblak has also been crucial, denying Mbeumo a clear opportunity. Late in the half, Johnny Cardoso celebrated a goal that was subsequently ruled out following a VAR review for a handball by Marcos Llorente in the buildup.
Score: Half-Time: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔄 THE SECOND HALF KICKS OFF!
The ball is rolling again at the Metropolitano! Atlético Madrid are looking to extend their lead, while Manchester United need to respond to avoid another defeat in European competition.
Neither team makes any substitutions at the start of the second half.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 46' OBLAK CLAIMS BRUNO FERNANDES' CROSS
Bruno Fernandes advances down the right and sends a cross into the box, but Jan Oblak anticipates the delivery and gathers the ball cleanly without allowing a dangerous rebound.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
⚔️ 48' GIULIANO STOPS RASHFORD
Marcus Rashford attempts to get past Giuliano Simeone on the wing, but the Argentine wins the position. During the tussle, the English forward catches the Atlético player with his arm, and the referee awards a foul.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🛡️ 50' CUTI ROMERO HALTS THE ATTACK
Diogo Dalot advances down the right flank and finds Carlos Baleba near the edge of the box. The midfielder takes a heavy touch, allowing Cristian Romero to step in and regain possession.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🟨 52' MARCUS RASHFORD BOOKED
The English forward receives a yellow card for clipping Giuliano Simeone from behind as the Atlético player attempts to launch a counterattack.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 53' TIELEMANS LOOKS TO CREATE DANGER
Youri Tielemans collects the ball near the left byline and sends a lofted cross into the penalty area. Jan Oblak deals with the delivery without any major difficulty.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
💥 54' JULIÁN ÁLVAREZ HITS THE POST!
Atlético come extremely close to scoring their second! Pablo Barrios sends a diagonal cross from the right, and Julián Álvarez connects with a spectacular left-footed volley at the far post. The ball crashes against the left post behind Senne Lammens.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
😱 56' BRUNO FERNANDES COMES CLOSE TO AN EQUALIZER!
Youri Tielemans wins the ball in midfield and launches a long pass toward the right. Bruno Fernandes gets past Álex Grimaldo and, with Jan Oblak coming off his line, attempts a chip that flies narrowly wide of the left post.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🎯 58' BAENA GOES LOOKING FOR A SECOND!
Johnny Cardoso finds Álex Baena near the left corner of the penalty area. The Spaniard cuts inside and shoots with his right foot, but his effort goes wide.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔄 60' DOUBLE SUBSTITUTION FOR ATLÉTICO MADRID
Diego Simeone makes changes to freshen up his team. Pablo Barrios and Kang-in Lee make way for Marc Pubill and Jonathan David.
The changes allow Atlético to reorganize their midfield and add more attacking options for the closing stages.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🛡️ 62' CUTI ROMERO PREVENTS THE EQUALIZER!
Bruno Fernandes sends a low cross from the right, and Bryan Mbeumo prepares to shoot inside the box. However, Cristian Romero anticipates the danger and cuts out the pass, preventing a very dangerous opportunity for Manchester United.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 64' LAMMENS DENIES BAENA!
Jonathan David wins the ball in the attacking third, and the move ends with Álex Baena inside the penalty area. The Spaniard sets himself before shooting with his left foot, but Senne Lammens makes an excellent save to keep Manchester United in the game.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔄 66' MANCHESTER UNITED MAKE THREE SUBSTITUTIONS
Michael Carrick decides to overhaul his attack with three changes at once. Marcus Rashford, Carlos Baleba and Youri Tielemans come off, while Amad Diallo, Mason Mount and Joshua Zirkzee enter the game.
The Red Devils are looking for fresh legs and greater attacking threat as they chase an equalizer.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🧤 68' OBLAK SAVES BRUNO'S SHOT
The Manchester United captain speeds up the attack in the final third and finishes with a first-time shot from the edge of the box. The ball takes a deflection off an opponent, and Jan Oblak gathers it safely.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🛡️ 69' LLORENTE CLEARS THE DANGER
Amad Diallo appears on the left and threatens to break into Atlético's penalty area after receiving a through ball from Ayden Heaven. Marcos Llorente intervenes at the right moment and clears the ball behind for a corner.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
💥 70' BRUNO FERNANDES HITS THE CROSSBAR!
Manchester United come close to an equalizer once again! Bruno Fernandes plays a short corner and receives the return pass before unleashing a spectacular shot toward the far top corner. Jan Oblak can only watch as the ball crashes against the crossbar.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔄 71' ATLÉTICO MAKE TWO MORE CHANGES
Diego Simeone decides to withdraw Julián Álvarez and Álex Baena. Morten Hjulmand and Ademola Lookman come on, bringing fresh energy for the closing stages.
The Atlético supporters boo the Argentine striker as he leaves the pitch after failing to convert his chances.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🚨 72' LENY YORO FACES A POSSIBLE RED CARD!
Jonathan David attempts to get past the French defender as he drives toward the opposition penalty area. Leny Yoro holds him back while the Canadian has the advantage, but the referee initially allows play to continue. The move ends with Senne Lammens saving a shot from Ademola Lookman, before VAR calls for a review of the earlier incident.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🟥 74' MANCHESTER UNITED DOWN TO 10 MEN!
Leny Yoro is sent off! After reviewing the footage on the VAR monitor, Glenn Nyberg decides that the defender brought down Jonathan David when he was the last man and denied the Canadian a clear path toward goal.
Manchester United must now face the decisive stages of the match with 10 players.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
🔥 76' ATLÉTICO LOOK TO SEAL THE WIN
With a numerical advantage, the Colchoneros attempt to exploit the spaces left by Manchester United. Simeone's substitutions provide fresh attacking options, while the visitors prepare to withstand the hosts' pressure.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 1-0 Manchester United
⚽ 78' GOOOOAL FOR ATLÉTICO MADRID! ADEMOLA LOOKMAN!
Cholo Simeone's substitutions pay off! Atlético find space on the counterattack, and Jonathan David receives a through ball after an excellent forward run by Álex Grimaldo through the inside-left channel.
The Canadian controls the ball and shoots across goal. Senne Lammens manages to save the effort but spills the rebound, allowing Ademola Lookman to pounce and send the ball into the back of the net.
The Nigerian celebrates with his teammates as Atlético Madrid extend their lead at the Metropolitano.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🔄 80' MANCHESTER UNITED MAKE TWO MORE CHANGES
Michael Carrick makes his final substitutions. Matheus Cunha and Harry Maguire come on, replacing Bruno Fernandes and Ayden Heaven.
The English side attempt to reorganize and find a goal that could give them a way back into the match.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🔴⚪ 83' JOHNNY CARDOSO LOOKS TO CREATE ANOTHER CHANCE
The American midfielder produces a clever turn to escape Amad Diallo's pressure and looks for Giuliano Simeone near the edge of the penalty area. However, the pass is overhit, and Atlético miss the opportunity to create danger.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🛡️ 84' CRISTIAN ROMERO SHOWS HIS CLASS
The Argentine defender makes another important interception, getting ahead of Joshua Zirkzee to win the ball. Cristian Romero regains possession and attempts to launch a counterattack, although Atlético are unable to complete the move.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🔄 86' ATLÉTICO MADRID MAKE THEIR FINAL SUBSTITUTION
Diego Simeone uses his final substitution, bringing on Robin Le Normand for Giuliano Simeone. Atlético look to close down the available space and protect their lead in the closing minutes.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🟨 87' ROBIN LE NORMAND BOOKED
Just seconds after coming on, the Atlético defender receives a yellow card for holding Matheus Cunha. Manchester United attempt to make the most of their remaining opportunities to pull a goal back.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
⏱️ 90' FIVE MINUTES OF STOPPAGE TIME
Referee Glenn Nyberg signals five minutes of added time. Atlético Madrid are closing in on their first victory of this UEFA Champions League campaign.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🧤 90'+2' OBLAK DENIES CUNHA TO KEEP ATLÉTICO AHEAD!
What a save from the Slovenian goalkeeper! Johnny Cardoso loses possession with a horizontal pass near the edge of the box, and Matheus Cunha takes advantage by shooting across goal. Jan Oblak reacts brilliantly, sticking out the tip of his boot to prevent the Brazilian from scoring.
Score: 2nd Half: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
🏁 FULL TIME! ATLÉTICO MADRID CLAIM VICTORY!
The Colchoneros celebrate their first three points of this UEFA Champions League campaign! Atlético Madrid defeat Manchester United 2-0 thanks to goals from Pablo Barrios in the opening minute and Ademola Lookman late in the second half.
Diego Simeone's side made a strong start, withstood the Red Devils' chances and sealed the win after Leny Yoro's sending-off. Jan Oblak was also decisive with several important saves, including a spectacular stop to deny Matheus Cunha in stoppage time.
The victory also serves as a tribute to Koke and his family following the death of the Atlético captain's mother.
Final Score: Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United
