Atlético de Madrid is all set for their assault on Belgium. Diego Pablo Simeone has announced the squad list for the crucial first leg of the Champions League playoffs against Club Brugge.
The rojiblancos travel with the aim of taking control of the tie, although they will do so with a significant absence in their ranks, which will force the Argentine coach to tweak his tactical setup.
The squad announcement confirms the absence of Nico González. The Argentine forward will be sidelined for a few weeks after the injury he suffered in the last league match against Rayo Vallecano.
The rest, available for Simeone
Despite this setback, the rest of the squad is available and in high spirits. The colchoneros arrive at this match after an inconsistent group stage, but with the conviction that their experience in Champions League knockout rounds is an asset. Simeone will count on his key defensive players and the firepower of his usual forwards as he attempts to conquer the Jan Breydel Stadium.
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