Atlético Madrid claims 2-0 win over Manchester United in Champions League

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Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Atlético Madrid claims 2-0 win over Manchester United in Champions League
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Atlético Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on October 13, marking their first UEFA Champions League win of the season. Pablo Barrios scored in the opening minute, while Ademola Lookman added a second goal shortly after Manchester United's Leny Yoro received a red card in the 74th minute. The match saw Manchester United create chances but fail to convert, as they struggled to respond to Atlético's early advantage and sustained pressure throughout the game. The defeat extends Michael Carrick’s challenging start to the campaign.

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  • •Pablo Barrios opened the scoring for Atlético Madrid within 47 seconds.
  • •Leny Yoro was sent off for Manchester United in the 74th minute.
  • •Ademola Lookman scored Atlético's second goal shortly after Yoro's dismissal.
  • •Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes hit the crossbar during the match.
  • •The victory gives Atlético momentum in their Champions League campaign.
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  • 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Atlético Madrid 2-0 Manchester United: Barrios strikes early as Yoro red compounds United defeat
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Atlético Madrid secured their first UEFA Champions League win of the season with a 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, extending Michael Carrick’s difficult start to...

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