Atlético de Madrid maintains an unbeaten streak against Manchester United in official competitions, dating back to the 1991-92 European Cup Winners' Cup. On that occasion, the team led by Luis Aragonés beat the English team 3-0 at the Vicente Calderón, with goals from PauloFutre and ManoloSánchez, and then tied 1-1 at Old Trafford, which allowed them to advance to the quarterfinals. That memory is still alive among Madrid fans.
In the 2021-22 season, Atlético faced United again, this time in the group stage of the Champions League. The first leg at the Metropolitano ended 1‑1, with goals from JoãoFélix and AnthonyElanga. In the second leg, on March 15, a goal from RenanLodi in the 41st minute sealed the 1‑0 victory at Old Trafford, ensuring Atlético's qualification for the next round. The goal came in a team with a lineup that, to date, only retains JanOblak, Koke and MarcosLlorente.
Atlético and United have met four times in double meetings, with two wins and two draws in favor of the Madrid player. This Tuesday DiegoSimeone's club will play again at the Metropolitano, where the history and tradition of the Madrid team mix with the expectation of a new victory. With qualification already secured, Atlético seeks to consolidate its dominance over the English team and advance in the continental competition.