Atletico Madrid vs Porto: Preview, predictions, odds and how to watch the UEFA Champions League 2021/22 in the US today

Atletico Madrid host Porto today at the Wanda Metropolitano for Matchday 1 of the Champions League 2021/22 group stage. In a tough group B, both teams will want to start adding points as soon as possible to reach the next round. Here, check out everything there is to know about this UCL game, such as the preview, information, storylines, predictions, odds and how to watch this match in the US.

The hosts know what it’s like to go far in the Champions League, reaching two finals in recent years but losing both against their bitter rivals Real Madrid (2014 and 2016). While Diego Simeone had success in Spain and in the Europa League, now he wants to conquist the major trophy in European soccer.

On the other hand, Porto had a good run last season, reaching the quarterfinals and losing against eventual champions Chelsea. However, the Portugueses will like to improve their record this season, despite being in a tough group alongside Milan, Liverpool and Atletico.

Atletico Madrid vs Porto: Match Information

Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021.
Time: 3:00 PM (ET).
Location: Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain.

Atletico Madrid vs Porto: Time by State in the US

ET: 3:00 PM
CT: 2:00 PM
MT: 1:00 PM
PT: 12:00 PM

Atletico Madrid vs Porto: Storylines

For the Champions League, these two teams have faced each other six times with the series being even: two wins per side and two draws. The last time they met was in the 2013/14 edition, and Atletico Madrid won that match at home 2-0, a result they will try to emulate.

How to watch or live stream Atletico Madrid vs Porto in the US

The match between Atletico Madrid and Porto for Matchday 1 of the Champions League 2021/22 to be played at the Wanda Metropolitan on Wednesday, September 15, will be broadcast in the US by TUDN.com, TUDN App, TUDNxtra, Paramount+.

Atletico Madrid vs Porto: Predictions and odds

Oddsmakers have already made their predictions for this match. According to FanDuel, Atletico Madrid are the strong favorites to win the match with odds of -150, while Porto have odds of +600. A tie would result in a +260 payout.