Match report
Barcelona Defeats Atletico Madrid 2–1 in UEFA Champions League Clash
Atletico Madrid
1–2
FT
Barcelona
Apr 14, 2026
Barcelona emerged victorious in a thrilling UEFA Champions League encounter against Atletico Madrid, securing a 2–1 win. Early goals from Lamine Yamal and F. Torres put Barcelona in control, but Atletico responded through A. Lookman. Despite a late red card for E. Garcia and the dismissal of a goal, Barcelona held on to secure their place in the competition.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Atletico Madrid 1–2 Barcelona
- • Goals: Lamine Yamal (4'), F. Torres (24'), A. Lookman (31')
- • Red Card: E. Garcia (79')
- • Substitutions: F. Torres off, R. Lewandowski on; Gavi off, Frenkie de Jong on
- • Referee decisions: Goal cancelled for Barcelona at 57'
Lineups
Atletico Madrid
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 J. Musso (G)
- 16 N. Molina (D)
- 24 R. Le Normand (D)
- 15 C. Lenglet (D)
- 3 M. Ruggeri (D)
- 20 G. Simeone (M)
- 14 M. Llorente (M)
- 6 Koke (M)
- 22 A. Lookman (M)
- 7 A. Griezmann (F)
- 19 J. Alvarez (F)
Substitutes
- 31 S. Esquivel
- 13 J. Oblak
- 9 A. Sorloth
- 23 N. Gonzalez
- 21 O. Vargas
- 32 J. Bonar
- 4 R. Mendoza
- 10 A. Baena
- 11 T. Almada
- 5 J. Cardoso
- 34 J. Diaz
- 30 D. Martinez
Barcelona
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 J. Garcia (G)
- 23 J. Kounde (D)
- 24 E. Garcia (D)
- 18 G. Martin (D)
- 2 J. Cancelo (D)
- 6 Gavi (M)
- 8 Pedri (M)
- 10 Lamine Yamal (M)
- 20 D. Olmo (M)
- 16 Fermín (M)
- 7 F. Torres (F)
Substitutes
- 25 W. Szczesny
- 31 D. Kochen
- 9 R. Lewandowski
- 21 F. de Jong
- 4 R. Araujo
- 28 R. Bardghji
- 36 A. Cortes
- 14 M. Rashford
- 3 A. Balde
- 17 M. Casado
- 43 T. Marques
- 42 X. Espart
Timeline
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4' Barcelona Goal · Normal GoalLamine Yamal · Assist: F. Torres -
24' Barcelona Goal · Normal GoalF. Torres · Assist: D. Olmo -
31' Atletico Madrid Goal · Normal GoalA. Lookman · Assist: M. Llorente -
57' Barcelona Var · Goal cancelledF. Torres -
66' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Lookman · On: N. Gonzalez -
66' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 2Off: G. Simeone · On: A. Baena -
68' Barcelona subst · Substitution 1Off: F. Torres · On: R. Lewandowski -
68' Barcelona subst · Substitution 2Off: Fermín López · On: M. Rashford -
69' Barcelona Card · Yellow CardGaviFoul
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76' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Griezmann · On: A. Sorloth -
79' Barcelona Card · Red CardE. GarciaProfessional foul last man
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79' Barcelona Var · Card upgradeE. Garcia -
81' Barcelona subst · Substitution 3Off: Gavi · On: Frenkie de Jong -
89' Barcelona subst · Substitution 4Off: João Cancelo · On: R. Araujo -
89' Barcelona subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Olmo · On: R. Bardghji
Match Stats
| Stat | Atletico Madrid | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 72% | 90% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 15 | 15 |
| Corners | 2 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 282 | 699 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 8 |
| xG | 1.77 | 2.22 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 3 |
| Possession | 29% | 71% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 202 | 629 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 9 |
| Saves | 7 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Barcelona took an early lead with goals from Lamine Yamal and F. Torres, putting significant pressure on Atletico Madrid.
- ▸ Atletico Madrid responded quickly with a goal from A. Lookman, bringing the game back to a single goal difference.
- ▸ The dismissal of E. Garcia in the 79th minute marked a critical turning point, leaving Barcelona with ten men but they managed to hold on to their lead.