Arsenal and Atletico Madrid face off in the Champions League, with Diego Simeone and Mikel Arteta going head-to-head in hopes of making this year's final of the competition.
Luke Thrower Trends Writer
06:00, 29 Apr 2026
Arsenal is back in action on Wednesday
Arsenal is back in action on Wednesday(Image: Getty Images)
The Champions League has reached the final four, with only the final left to be decided, as Arsenal and Atletico Madrid look to book a trip to Budapest next month.
For both teams, there is a huge opportunity to win their first Champions League title, but only one will be able to make it all the way to the deciding match. Arsenal hasn't been in top form over the past month, but a recent win over Newcastle in the Premier League may help the Gunners on their travels to the Metropolitano Stadium.
As for Atletico Madrid, all focus appears to be on Europe, with the gap to the title out of reach in La Liga, while there is also a comfortable 10-point buffer for Champions League qualification.
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So, with that said, here's a look at everything you need to know ahead of a tantalizing semifinal clash between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal
In the UK, the clash between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal will be available to watch on TNT Sports 1, with a valid subscription required to view the match from home.
As for US viewers, the action will be available on CBS Sports and Paramount+ for live TV or live streaming, bringing all the action from the Spanish capital.
The game will kick off at 8 pm UK time — that's 3 pm ET and midday PT.
Atletico Madrid team news
The home side will be without Pablo Barrios and Jose Gimenez due to muscle injuries, with the pair sidelined for at least the first leg of the semifinal.
Ademola Lookman remains a doubt with a muscle issue, which could prove to be a huge blow for Atletico Madrid, given his form since he arrived from Atalanta in January.
David Hancko is another doubt, having picked up an ankle knock, with assessments expected in the build-up to the game to see if he is available.
Arsenal team news
Mikel Merino, Jurrien Timber, and Riccardo Calafiori are all set to be out of action, though there is some hope that the latter of the three could make a return soon.
Mikel Arteta will guide Arsenal into the club's fourth Champions League semifinal
Mikel Arteta will guide Arsenal into the club's fourth Champions League semifinal(Image: (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images))
Kai Havertz was forced off in Arsenal's win over Newcastle at the weekend, with an assessment taking place on his muscle issue to see how severe it is. Reports have suggested the German international will play again this season, but he is likely to be sidelined for the next few weeks.
Eberechi Eze is a possible doubt, having also been withdrawn in Arsenal's win over Newcastle as a slight precaution.
What Mikel Arteta has said
Arsenal has reached just its fourth Champions League semifinal, and this is the first time the club has qualified back-to-back for the final four.
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Mikel Arteta reflected on the achievement earlier this month, when securing the place, and said: "It’s a massive moment. It’s the first time in our history, in 140 years that we are on back-to-back semifinals, so to be part of those four teams is something very special.
"You have to earn it. You have to go through a lot of work. Gratitude to the players.”