Leverkusen had initially gone a goal up against 10-man Atletico, but surrendered their lead in the second half and had a player sent off themselves, before Julian Alvarez won it late on

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso lamented his side's failure to hold onto a first-half lead at 10-man Atletico Madrid, who fought back to beat them 2-1 in the Champions League on Tuesday, saying his side lacked the maturity to cope with the pressure.

Bayer Leverkusen are in a strong position to automatically qualify for the last 16 of the Champions League and face Atletico Madrid next.

Xabi Alonso could make up to five changes to his Bayer Leverkusen side ahead of their Champions League against Atlético Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday night.Lukas Hradecky, Arthur,

Xabi Alonso stresses the importance of Bayer Leverkusens must-win match against Atletico Madrid to secure a top-eight finish in the Champions League.

Diego Simeone has insisted that Atletico Madrid's objective in this season's UEFA Champions League is to reach the showpiece final in Munich.

Atletico Madrid is the only team to reach three Champions League finals without winning the trophy, including two defeats to rival Real Madrid under Simeone in 2014 and 2016.

Diego Simeone praises Atletico Madrids comeback victory over Bayer Leverkusen, highlighting key moments and team spirit in the Champions League.

Bayer Leverkusen need to be ruthless to win at Atletico Madrid and edge closer to a direct spot in the Champions League last 16, manager Xabi Alonso said ahead of Tuesday's clash. Alonso's side are fourth on 13 points in the table,

Bayer Leverkusen will be looking to extend their 12-game winning streak in all competitions on Tuesday, as they travel to Spain to take on Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.Xabi Alonso’s side