Injury-Hit Atletico Faces Uphill Battle at Liverpool

Atletico Madrid faces significant challenges for their Champions League campaign opener against Liverpool due to injuries. Key players, including Julián Alvarez, José María Giménez, Álex Baena, and Johnny Cardoso, will miss the match. This misfortune comes as Atletico seeks its first Champions League title.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Madrid | Updated: 16-09-2025 20:15 IST | Created: 16-09-2025 20:15 IST

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Atletico Madrid finds itself in a difficult position for its Champions League opener against Liverpool on Wednesday due to a string of injuries.

The Spanish club announced on Tuesday that forward Julián Alvarez, among others, will not be making the trip to England.

Also absent from the squad for the match at Anfield are defender José María Giménez and midfielders Álex Baena and Johnny Cardoso, both of whom are newcomers to the team this season. These losses follow injuries sustained in their recent 2-0 victory over Villarreal in La Liga.

Cardoso also suffered a left ankle sprain during practice on Monday, compounding Atletico's setbacks. The club, which aims to secure its first Champions League title, was previously knocked out by local rivals Real Madrid in last year's round of 16.

(With inputs from agencies.)