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.