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How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United - TV channel, live stream and early team news

Manchester United are in Spain as they return to Champions League action against Atletico Madrid.

It’s United’s last hope of picking up some silverware this season as they look to gain an advantage from the first-leg of their last-16 tie against the La Liga champions.

United have picked up a couple of much-needed wins recently to boost their hopes of qualifying for next season’s competition through the top four.

They're now preparing to face an Atletico side who are also struggling this season and are having to deal with a raft of injury problems.

Here’s what you need to know if you want to watch United in the Champions League on Wednesday…

What TV channel is it on?

As is the same for all Champions League games and other European competitions, UK viewers can watch the game live on BT Sport.

The clash will be available on BT Sport 2, with coverage getting underway at 7pm.

What time is kick-off?

Like most European games, United’s first-leg begins at 8pm.

The other last-16 tie of the evening will also get underway at the same time, with Ajax facing Benfica in Portugal.

Is there a live stream?

If you’re unable to get in front of a TV, there are streaming options available as long as you have some form of BT subscription.

You can watch the game via the BT Sport app on mobile or tablet, or you can watch online through the BT website.

Alternatively, if you get BT Sport through a Virgin Media subscription, you can watch the game via Virgin TV Go.

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What is the early Atletico Madrid vs Man United team news?

Edinson Cavani remains unavailable for United on Wednesday evening having missed the last three games with a groin injury, as well as having a stomach problem prior to Sunday’s win at Leeds.

Raphael Varane will be vying for a return to the starting line-up having been named on the bench at Elland Road, while Eric Bailly could make his first appearance since December after being named in the travelling squad.

As for the hosts, Atletico are facing a slight injury crisis ahead of the game, with four players having missed training earlier this week.

Thomas Lemar was absent after coming into close contact with someone who tested positive for Covid-19, while Benjamin Lecomte, Daniel Wass and Matheus Cunha were also missing and have been ruled out of Wednesday’s game.

Antoine Griezmann could be in line to return having been named on the bench against Osasuna on Saturday.

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