Atletico Madrid players celebrate after scoring a goal against RB Leipzig in the Champions League.
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Gimenez heads Atletico to late win over Leipzig

A late header by defender Jose Maria Gimenez gave Atletico Madrid a 2-1 win over RB Leipzig in their Champions League opener on Thursday.
Sep 19, 2025, 06:10 pm - Reuters

Match Timeline

Atlético Madrid
RB Leipzig
  • KO
  • 4
  • 10
  • 28
  • 39
  • HT
  • 45
  • 49
  • 60
  • 60
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 66
  • 70
  • 83
  • 90
  • 90+2
  • 90+4
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Atletico Madrid 2, RB Leipzig 1.
90'+7'
Second Half ends, Atletico Madrid 2, RB Leipzig 1.
90'+6'
Foul by Alexander Sørloth (Atletico Madrid).
Match Stats
ATMRBL
Possession
51.8%
48.251.8
48.2%
Shots on Goal
4
3
Shot Attempts
21
7
Yellow Cards
3
4
Corner Kicks
8
2
Saves
2
2