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Kevin Taylor

What time and channel is Atletico Madrid v Liverpool on? Irish TV info and odds for Champions League clash

Champions League holders Liverpool return to the scene of their 2019 triumph tonight when they face Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their round of 16 tie.

The defending champions and runaway Premier League leaders face a stern test against Diego Simeone's side.

Tonight will see a clash of styles as Jurgen Klopp's aggressive pressing and attacking style is put to the test against the defensive, counter-attacking system Simeone favours.

It's all set up for a cracker in Madrid.

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the game.

What time is kick-off?

Kick-off is 8pm this evening.

Where is it on?

The Estadio Wanda Metropolitano - venue for last year's Champions League final - hosts this game.

A general view of the Wanda Metropolitano (Getty Images)

What Irish TV channel is showing the game?

The match is live on RTE 2 television, with build-up getting underway at 7pm.

Jurgen Klopp at a press conference ahead of the game (Europa Press via Getty Images)

Betting Odds

Atletico Madrid 12/5

Draw 2/1

Liverpool 13/10

Quotes Corner

Klopp will face off against Diego Simeone on the touchline in a competitive game for the first time - a clash he believes will be an intriguing prospect.

He added: “His teams are always world class organised. That makes him one of the best.

"We have exchanged messages after big games.

"We meet in a competitive game for the first time. It will be interesting, really interesting.”

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