Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Match Prediction, Lineups, Head-to-Head, UCL 2025-26

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid match will take center stage as the Reds host Diego Simeone’s side at Anfield in their opening UEFA Champions League 2025-26 group stage match. The Reds secured an easy win when these sides last met, and with Anfield backing them, Liverpool look strong favorites to start their European campaign on a high.

Match Details

Tournament/Series – UEFA Champions League 2025-26
Match – Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid (Matchweek 1)
Date & Time – Thursday, September 18, 12:30 a.m. IST (Sept 17; 07:00 p.m. GMT)
Live Streaming – SonyLIV (India), TNT Sports (UK), Paramount+ (USA)

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Preview

The Reds secured an easy win when these sides last met, and under new manager Arne Slot, Liverpool look refreshed and ready for a strong European run. They are in red-hot form with four straight wins in the Premier League, and players like Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz, and Cody Gakpo are firing on all cylinders. Salah remains the key figure in attack, and his knack for scoring in big games makes Liverpool even more dangerous at Anfield.

Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, come into this fixture after a much-needed 2-0 win against Villarreal in La Liga. However, inconsistency has plagued Simeone’s men, with a string of draws and a defeat earlier in the season. Antoine Griezmann and youngster Pablo Barrios will be central to their chances of upsetting the hosts, but breaking down Liverpool’s solid defensive pairing of Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté won’t be easy.

First game, first goal 🔥

What a debut in red and white for Nico ❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/QbKQCNi24c
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) September 14, 2025

With Liverpool’s pressing intensity, home advantage, and superior form, Atletico Madrid will need something special to avoid defeat in this Champions League opener.

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

Liverpool – W-W-W-W
Atletico Madrid – L-D-D-W

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid H2H Record

Total Matches: 10
Liverpool Wins: 3
Atletico Madrid Wins: 4
Draws: 3

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Probable Playing XI

Liverpool (4-2-3-1):
Alisson (GK); Szoboszlai, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike

Atletico Madrid (4-4-2):
Oblak (GK); Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Simeone, Barrios, Koke, González; Griezmann, Alvarez

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Betting Tips

Due to conflict in India betting tips are not available at this time, we will provide betting tips after everything will short out.

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Match Prediction

This clash promises intensity, but Liverpool clearly have the edge. The Reds’ attack looks sharper, their midfield is more balanced, and their defence is rock-solid. Atletico Madrid will likely try to frustrate Liverpool with their defensive setup, but Anfield’s atmosphere and Liverpool’s form make them tough to stop.

Team Strengths:

Liverpool – Clinical attack led by Salah, strong midfield balance, unbeaten run.
Atletico Madrid – Experience in big European games, strong defensive unit, Griezmann’s creativity.

Why Liverpool Deserve to Win:
Liverpool are on a four-match winning streak and have looked dominant in every department. Their head-to-head record may not overwhelmingly favour them, but their current form and home advantage give them the edge. With Salah in great shape and Wirtz adding creativity, the Reds should secure three points.

Predicted Winner: Liverpool
Score Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Atletico Madrid