Is Manchester United vs Atletico Madrid on TV? Channel, kick-off time, team news and highlights details

Everything you need to know about watching United’s Champions League Round of 16 second leg clash with Atletico Madrid.
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Manchester United are back in good spirits after a dramatic and entertaining win over top-four rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League last weekend.

Cristiano Ronaldo put on a masterclass to keep United’s Champions League qualification hopes alive, scoring a hat-trick to see off Spurs in a thrilling 3-2 home win.

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Ralf Rangnick’s men still have plenty to do if they want to land a top-four spot, but it was a necessary win as we move into the business end of the season.

And focus now shifts to the Champions League, with United gearing up for a round-of-16 second leg clash with Atletico Madrid.

Here’s all you need to know about the fixture:

When is Manchester United vs Atletico Madrid?

Manchester United vs Atletico Madrid will take place on Tuesday, March 15. Kick-off will be at 8pm UK time.

What’s the latest team news?

Red Devils left-back Luke Shaw lis a slight doubt for the clash against Atleti. Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Rangnick revealed: “As it is right now, we have all of the players available for tomorrow. There’s a small question mark on Luke Shaw.

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“He has been training yesterday and today, but we have to wait and see until he is fully fit to see if he’s available for the game. All the other players are back in training and ready for tomorrow.”

United’s boss also added that Scotland international Scott McTominay will be ready for action, while star midfielder Bruno Fernandes will be available after tested negative for Covid-19.

Is the match on TV?

Yes it is. United’s second-leg clash with Atleti will be shown live on BT Sport 2.

Coverage of the clash will begin at 7pm, concluding at 10.30pm.

Where will highlights be shown?

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Highlights of this game will be available across BT Sport’s social media channels, as well as YouTube.

BT Sport will also have a highlights show, Champions League Tonight, airing at 10.30pm on Wednesday night.

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