Atletico Madrid are pinning their hopes on star striker Julian Alvarez as the player to finally break Real Madrid's spell over them in European competition. The Argentina striker has become key to Atletico's attack since arriving from Manchester City last summer and will lead the line for them on Tuesday at the Bernabeu in the Uefa Champions

The Argentina international has become Atletico’s key attacking threat after arriving from Manchester City. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Diego Simeone says some at Atletico Madrid harboured doubts over signing Julian Alvarez, but he always knew the striker was the right fit.