Atlético beat Manchester United 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League

Atlético achieved an important victory against Manchester United with a score of 2-0, in the match held at Al Riyadh Metropolitano Stadium, as part of the second round of the UEFA Champions League.

Atlético started the match strongly, with Pablo Barrios scoring an early goal in the 1st minute after a quick counter-attack that ended with a ground pass from Baena. Barrios met it with a shot towards the goal, and the ball found its way into the net despite Manchester United's player's attempts to clear it.

The match took a significant turn in the 75th minute, as Manchester United had to continue with ten players after defender Leny Yoro was sent off following a VAR review for fouling Ademola Lookman while he was through on goal.

Atlético exploited the numerical disadvantage of their opponent to enhance their lead with a second goal in the 79th minute through Ademola Lookman, who followed up after Manchester United's goalkeeper saved Jonathan David's shot, putting it into the net and confirming the home side's superiority.

With this victory, Atlético have moved to 3 points after losing in the first round against Liverpool, while Manchester United remain on 3 points from their win over Sabah in the first round.