Atlético Madrid host unbeaten Bayern in Champions League matchday 4
The gist
Atlético Madrid host Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Nov 3, with Bayern missing coach Vincent Kompany to illness.
Both sides need points to reach the top eight and a direct last-16 place.
How it unfolded
- Aug 29, 2026Manchester United's Champions League league-phase draw places Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid in the same league phase.
- Oct 20, 2026BBC Sport lists Atlético Madrid 16th in the Champions League table with four points from three matches.
- Nov 2, 2026Previews note Bayern is the only undefeated team in Europe this season, while Atlético has won eight of its last nine matches and conceded one goal in its last five.