A highly anticipated clash awaits as Atlético Madrid and Manchester United prepare to meet for the first time in the Women’s Champions League. With both teams coming off opening-day victories, the stakes are high in this Group Stage encounter. Atlético made a statement with a dominant performance against St. Pölten, while United showed resilience in edging past Vålerenga. As momentum builds and pressure mounts, all eyes will be on how these two sides match up in what promises to be a tightly contested fixture. In this Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd match preview, we bring you everything you need to know about this Women’s Champions League fixture- from predicted lineups and team news to where you can watch the game and kick-off time.
Match Preview Quick Info:
- 🗓 Date: October 16, 2025
- 🏟 Stadium: Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares
- ⏰ Kick-off: 18:45 CEST
- 📺 Watch: Disney+
Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd Preview: Team News & Possible Lineups
Atlético Madrid Women Football Team vs Manchester United Women Football Team Lineups are derived from previous match days. We take into consideration how strong the opponents are, what players are injured and of course team news before the match.
Team News Atlético Madrid
We expect an update from Victor Martin on matchday.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Victor Martin on featuring in the Women’s Champions League: “We have to be that aggressive Atlético de Madrid that maintains its identity. We did that in order to make it to the Women’s Champions League and we deserve to be here, but now we have to maintain it. The team is always on a consistent path, always trying to improve further. Playing in a competition like the Women’s Champions League as well as Liga F is not easy, so we all have to rise to the challenge and meet the demands of the season.”
Team News Manchester United
Leah Galton is close to a return for Manchester United while Millie Turner and Celin Bizet are further away. Marc Skinner is expected to give an update on this during the pre-match press conference.
What the coach has to say
Head coach Marc Skinner on the 1-0 win over Vålerenga: “It’s experience for us, it’s exposure. We came out with high energy but we needed a bit of quality, a bit of composure and detail. Even when you win, the best way to learn is fix things while you’re winning. All I’ll take from this is the players have had their first taste of European football and success.
“The whole reason we’re in it is because to be the best you have to beat the best! I’m looking forward to the challenges we will face ahead. Going away to Atleti will be tough but it will be fantastic for us.”
Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd Lineups
Potential Atlético Madrid Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
- Gallardo
- Medina
- Lloris
- Lauren
- Díaz
- Garcia
- Bøe Risa
- Jensen
- Benitez
- Luany
- Garbellini
Potential Manchester United Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
- Tullis-Joyce
- Riviere
- Le Tissier
- Janssen
- Sandberg
- Zigiotti Olme
- Miyazawa
- Park
- Toone
- Malard
- Terland
Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd: Previous Meetings & Stats
Atlético Madrid and Manchester United are set to face off for the first time in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Both sides secured wins on Matchday 1, with Atlético putting six past St. Pölten and Manchester United edging Vålerenga with a narrow 1-0 victory. Since then, Atlético Madrid suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to FC Barcelona in Liga F, while Manchester United cruised to a 4-1 win over Everton. Can Marc Skinner’s side carry their momentum into this clash?
| Team Streaks | ||
 | No losses | 7 |
| Under 2.5 goals | 4/5 |
 | Less than 10.5 corners | 8/8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Women’s Champions League Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd?
You can watch the Women’s Champions League match between Vålerenga vs. Wolfsburg on Disney+. If you’re considering to use a VPN service: We recommend NordVPN, it isn’t free, but it’s safe and cheaper than juggling multiple subscriptions that may still only cover part of the schedule.
When was the last meeting between Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd?
Atlético Madrid and Manchester United have not faced off before.
What is Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd kick-off time?
Atlético Madrid vs. Man Utd kicks off on Thursday, October 16, at 18:45 CEST at Atlético de Madrid Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares.
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