Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid LIVE: The second half is underway! (0-1) 2026 UEFA Champions League quarterfinals first leg

Rashford nearly scored the equalizer from a free kick!

Following a brilliant assist from Yamal, Rashford rounded the keeper, but his strike drifted wide of the target.

Robert Lewandowski and Pedri were replaced by Fermin Lopez and Gavi.

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are already playing the second half!

The match kicked off with high intensity from both sides, creating an entertaining back-and-forth in the opening minutes. However, as the first half progressed, Barcelona eventually took control of possession, finishing with 55%, though they were unable to capitalize on their scoring chances.

Despite having the momentum, Barcelona suffered a massive blow when Pau Cubarsi was sent off following a foul on Giuliano Simeone. Julian Alvarez then stepped up and curled in a stunning free-kick from the ensuing play, sending Atletico into the locker room with the lead.

The game goes to halftime!

Marc Pubill received a yellow card.

Julian Alvarez scores the opener of the game!!

After a VAR review, the referee decided to give a red card to Pau Cubarsi instead of a yellow one.

Pau Cubarsi received a yellow card.

With 54% possession, Barcelona are dominating the play but failing to convert that control into scoring opportunities.

David Hancko left the field injured to make way for Marc Pubill.

Koke received a yellow card.

Following a cross, Rashford nearly scored the opening goal, but Juan Musso made another spectacular save to keep the match level.

Barcelona's Pedri received the first yellow card of the game.

After a hard-fought start, the pace of the game has slowed, shifting into a battle in the midfield as both sides fight for possession.

Rashford fired home the opening goal of the match, but it was disallowed due to an offside position by Lamine Yamal.

Both teams kicked off the match with high-octane attacking play, creating a frantic back-and-forth rhythm. The opening minutes suggest we are in for a high-scoring affair at the Camp Nou.

Joao Cancelo produced a brilliant play down the left flank, cut into the box, and unleashed a powerful strike that was saved by Musso.

Following a brilliant play by Julian Alvarez, the Argentine fired a shot from inside the box, but Joan Garcia produced a magnificent save!

Rashford had a great opportunity inside the box, but his shot lacked power and Musso made the save once again.

Marcus Rashford recorded the first shot on target of the match, though it was comfortably saved by Juan Musso.

The game between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid is underway!

Players from both teams are on the field for the Champions League anthem. Everything is ready for the start of the match!

Both Barcelona and Atletico Madrid must be extremely careful with players at risk of missing the second leg due to yellow card accumulation, which are only cleared for the semifinals.

For the home side, Lamine Yamal, Gerard Martin, Fermin Lopez, and Marc Casado are all at risk of suspension.

For the visitors, Robin Le Normand, Clement Lenglet, Marc Pubill, Matteo Ruggeri, Marcos Llorente, Thiago Almada, Pablo Barrios, and Giuliano Simeone must all tread carefully.

Jan Oblak won't play today for Atletico Madrid as he is still recovering from a muscle injury suffered in March.

Raphinha is not playing for Barcelona against Atletico Madrid due to a hamstring injury he suffered while playing for Brazil during a friendly against France. Meanwhile, Frenkie de Jong has been ruled out as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury sustained in late February.

Players for both sides have taken the field for warmups at the Spotify Camp Nou!

Atletico Madrid's starting XI: Juan Musso; Nahuel Molina, Davide Hancko, Robin Le Normand, Matteo Ruggeri; Giuliano Simeone, Koke, Marcos Llorente, Ademola Lookman; Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez.

Barcelona's starting XI: Joan Garcia; Jules Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martin, Joao Cancelo; Pedri, Eric Garcia; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Marcus Rashford; Robert Lewandowksi.

Istvan Kovacs has been appointed to officiate the clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. He will be joined on the field by Mihai Marica and Ferencz Tunyogi, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.

Full officiating team:

• Referee: Istvan Kovacs (ROU)
• Assistant Referee 1: Mihai Marica (ROU)
• Assistant Referee 2: Ferencz Tunyogi(ROU)
• Fourth official: Szabolcs Kovacs (ROU)
• VAR: Christian Dingert (GER)

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid will get underway at the Spotify Camp Nou at 3:00 PM (ET).

DAZN will be the primary option to watch Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid in the USA. The others options to enjoy the game are: Paramount+ and ViX.

Welcome to our live blog of the UEFA Champions League. Barcelona host Atletico Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou in their first leg of the quarterfinals.

Stay with us for all the action and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!