Atletico Madrid will take on Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The match is scheduled to kick off at 12:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time) on April 30, 2026. Football fans across India can catch all the action live on television and via online streaming platforms.
Match Details
The highly anticipated clash will be played at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain. Both teams have had impressive runs in the tournament and will be looking to gain an advantage ahead of the second leg in London.
Where to Watch on TV in India
In India, the match will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network. Viewers can tune in to Sony Sports Ten 2 (English commentary) and Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi commentary) to watch the game. The coverage will begin 15 minutes before kick-off with pre-match analysis.
Live Streaming Online
For those who prefer to stream the match online, the game will be available on the Sony LIV app and website. Subscribers can watch the match live on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or smart TVs. Additionally, the match may also be available on JioTV for Jio users, depending on the broadcaster's agreement.
Team News and Form
Atletico Madrid, under manager Diego Simeone, have been solid defensively throughout the tournament. They knocked out Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals with a 3-2 aggregate win. Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta, have been impressive in attack, having scored 18 goals in their Champions League campaign so far. The Gunners defeated Barcelona in the quarter-finals on penalties after a 4-4 aggregate draw.
Key Players to Watch
- Atletico Madrid: Antoine Griezmann, Jan Oblak, and Rodrigo De Paul are expected to play crucial roles. Griezmann has scored 5 goals in the Champions League this season.
- Arsenal: Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Gabriel Jesus are in fine form. Saka has contributed 4 goals and 3 assists in the competition.
Head-to-Head Record
These two teams have met four times in European competition, with Arsenal winning two matches, Atletico winning one, and one match ending in a draw. The last encounter was in the 2023-24 Champions League group stage, where Arsenal won 2-1 at home and drew 1-1 away.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid (4-4-2): Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Hermoso, Lino; Llorente, De Paul, Koke, Riquelme; Griezmann, Morata.
Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Rice, Havertz; Saka, Jesus, Martinelli.
Football enthusiasts in India are advised to check their local cable or DTH provider for channel availability. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a place in the Champions League final.
