Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone urged his squad to ignore recent praise and maintain intensity ahead of Tuesday's Champions League tie at Stuttgart. Inspired by Alex Baena's stellar form, the Spanish side target a seventh consecutive victory across all competitions.
VfB Stuttgart head coach Sebastian Hoeness has heaped praise on Atletico Madrid ahead of Tuesday's maiden competitive meeting between the two clubs at the MHP Arena. The Bundesliga outfit enter the league-phase clash chasing a third consecutive European victory after opening their continental campaign in blistering fashion.
Atletico Madrid have received a significant boost regarding the fitness of Cristian Romero following fears of a lengthy layoff. The Argentine international was forced off during the recent 1-0 victory over Espanyol, sparking concerns about the stability of Diego Simeone's backline.
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