Predicted line ups for the Champions League clash between Atletico Madrid and Milan.
With Atletico already a goal up they will be looking to stifle Milan’s attack and protect their lead to land a spot in the quarter finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Atletico Madrid:
GK: Thibaut Courtois
The on loan Chelsea man is now the club’s undisputed number one and will continue in between the sticks for the visit of Milan.
DF: Juanfran
The recent Spanish international will look to build on his already impressive campaign by adding some European silverware to his collection.
DF: Diego Godin
The Uruguayan has been at his uncompromising best this term and will be charged with keeping Mario Balotelli quiet.
DF: Miranda
Brazilian star to continue his partnership with Godin.
DF: Felipe Luis
His runs up and down the left will be vital to Atletico’s style of play and will be expected to cause Milan all manner of problems.
MF: Koke
Will be expected to provide the front line with the ammunition to put the tie to bed.
MF: Mario Suarez
Will take over from the injured Tiago in front of the defence.
MF: Gabi
The skipper will be leading by example to push the Spaniards over the line.
MF: Raul Garcia
Will complete the midfield four.
ST: Diego Costa
The goalscorer from the first leg, will be looking for another one.
ST: David Villa
The veteran will be hoping to put his recent injuries behind him.
GK: Christian Abiatti
The Veteran has been shaky recently, will look to do much better this time around.
DF: Cristian Zapata
The Colombian has been one of Milan’s better players this term, and they will look to him to pull out the stops once again.
DF: Adil Rami
Loanee has made a strong start to life at the San Siro, worthy of his place.
DF: Philippe Mexes
Frenchman back in the squad after some less than impressive performances this term.
DF: Mattia De Sciglio
Young full-back has found it tough to grow in this current Milan side.
MF: Nigel De Jong
The combative Dutchman will likely sit at the base of a midfield diamond.
MF: Adel Taarabt
Continuing to impress whilst on loan from QPR, he will want to add some much needed spark into the middle.
MF: Michael Essien
Milan will need all of his wily experience to navigate through to the next round.
MF: Kaka
Will he be praying for divine intervention, or just a half decent scoring chance from just behind the strikers?
ST: Mario Balotelli
Super Mario will need to be on his best behaviour as well as his best form.
ST: Giampaolo Pazzini
Will take the place of the injured El Shawaary.