#6 Bayer Leverkusen vs Atletico Madrid
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These sides met two years ago at the same stage where Atletico progressed on penalties. The German side have never won a round of 16 tie, whereas the Colchoneros have never lost a tie at this stage under Diego Simeone, since their return to the competition in 2013/14.
The overall head to head record between these sides reads one win each and two draws.
Players to watch out for
- Antoine Griezmann has been involved in 54% of Atletico's Champions League goals since last season, scoring 10 and assisting three of his side's 24 goals.
- Leverkusen's hopes rest on Mexican striker, Javier Hernandez, however, he has scored just one goal in the Champions League this season. In the previous season, he had scored five at the same stage.
Key stats
- Bayer Leverkusen have scored in all 11 of their Champions League home games against Spanish opposition.
- Atletico Madrid have kept 25 clean sheets in 42 games in the Champions League since 2013/14, more than any other club in that period.
Prediction
Atletico Madrid will look to come away unscathed from the BayArena and win the return fixture at the Vicente Calderon.
First leg – Bayer Leverkusen 0-0 Atletico Madrid
Second leg – Atletico Madrid 2-0 Bayer Leverkusen
