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UCL: Lookman, Alvarez Named in Atletico Madrid Squad for Arsenal Clash

Ademola Lookman and Julian Alvarez have been included in the Atletico Madrid squad set to face Arsenal F.C. in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final.

Manager Diego Simeone named the duo in his 25-man squad for the crucial encounter scheduled to take place at the Emirates Stadium.

Atletico Target Final Spot

Atletico head into the decisive fixture following a 1-1 draw in the first leg played in Spain, leaving the tie finely balanced ahead of the return leg in London.

Full Atletico Madrid Squad

Goalkeepers:
Juan Musso, Jan Oblak

Defenders:
José María Giménez, Rogeri, Clément Lenglet, Nahuel Molina, Hanko, Mark Popiel, Robin Le Normand, Jan Bonar

Midfielders:
Jonny, Koke, Marcos Llorente, Alex Baena, Thiago Almada, Obed Vargas, Esquivel, Julio Diaz, Mendoza

Attackers:
Antoine Griezmann, Alexander Sørloth, Julian Alvarez, Giuliano Simeone, Ademola Lookman, Iker Luque

All to Play for in London

With a place in the Champions League final at stake, Simeone’s side will rely on the attacking options of Lookman and Alvarez, alongside experienced forward Antoine Griezmann, as they aim to overcome Arsenal on home soil.

The outcome of the clash will determine which side progresses to Europe’s biggest club final.