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Atlético vs Brujas: Champions Playoff Underway

Atlético de Madrid and Club Brugge are locked in a Champions League playoff at the Metropolitano, with both teams seeking passage to the round of 16.

The teams are currently tied in the decisive second leg, following a 3-3 draw in Belgium where Atlético led 0-2 at halftime thanks to goals from Julián Alvarez and Lookman. Simeone's side is aiming to advance to face either Liverpool or Tottenham in the next round.

Atlético is missing key player Pablo Barrios for this crucial encounter as they look to secure their place in the knockout stages of Europe's premier competition.