Sporting CP Lisbon vs Atlético Madrid Match Preview
Madrid will make its first competitive visit to Lisbon in the second leg. Sporting will be looking to capitalize on the goalless draw in Madrid. Sporting has been involved in 17 UEFA competition matches with Spanish sides. Their record is 5-4-8 and 5-1-2 at home. The Portuguese side is unbeaten in their last six European home games this season.
Sporting is confident in their chances of grabbing a good result at home. They are coming off a 3-1 victory over Guimaraes over the weekend. Grimi, Liedson and Saleiro etched their names on the score sheet and helped Lisbon to an easy win. Unfortunately, Grimi was sent off in the first leg match and won\\\'t be available at home. Also, Tonel was sent off right as the game came to an end. The young Liedson must play with creativity and pace this week. Midfield and defense must remain solid and calm under pressure. They cant afford to see two reds in one match again.
Madrid is ready to make a run into the next round. They are coming off a 1-0 victory over Osasuna. They were able to claim victory with a short handed squad. Simao was sent off in the beginning of the second half. Atletico really need a boost in awareness and energy in their match this week. Madrid has been fortunate to come away with decent results in their last handful of matches. If they don\\\'t play determined football this week they will be punished by Sporting. Aguero needs to step up and take responsibility. A good hard working performance on a big stage will put him in the good graces with his team and the fans. Forlan has to create space and look for his shot. He has the ability to change the momentum of a game with one potent strike.
