Kick-off time: The match kicks off tonight (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) at 8pm BST (9pm CEST). It will be held at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid, with Atletico Madrid the hosts for this decisive second-leg encounter.
TV channel: In the United Kingdom, the match is broadcast live on TNT Sports (specifically TNT Sports 2). Viewers in the United States can watch the game on Paramount+ and TUDN, while fans in Ireland can access it for free via Virgin Media 2.
Live streaming: UK supporters can stream the action through the HBO Max app or website, the digital home for TNT Sports. In the US, Paramount+ is the primary streaming platform. Other global options include DAZN (Canada), Stan Sport (Australia), and beIN Sports (various regions).
Match context: This is the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. The two Spanish rivals are meeting for the sixth time this season, with this match serving as the final decider to determine which team advances to the semi-finals of Europe’s premier competition. Atletico are protecting a 2-0 lead this evening.
Champions League rules: As a knockout second leg, the winner is determined by the aggregate score across both matches. If the scores are level after 90 minutes, the game goes to extra time and then a penalty shootout. The away goals rule is no longer in effect.
Current form: Barcelona entered this tie after a dominant round of 16 win over Newcastle, while Atletico overcame Tottenham. Although Barcelona won their most recent league meeting on April 4, Atletico previously eliminated Barcelona from the Copa del Rey and won the first leg of this European tie, making this a highly competitive, high-stakes grudge match.