Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says the new Champions League format “forces us to win”. The new-look 36-team league phase of Europe’s elite club competition commenced this week, replacing the previous group stage format.

Josema Giménez found the net with a looping header in the 90th minute, and Atlético Madrid completed a comeback from 1-0 down to defeat RB Leipzig 2-1 on Thursday night in both teams’ league phase opener in the UEFA Champions League. Josema Giménez’s goal and celebration from a much better angle… pic.twitter.com/30aAr6RSUu

The new Champions League format forces teams to go for the win, Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone said after his side fought back from a deficit to grab a late 2-1 victory over RB Leipzig on Thursday.

Diego Simeone's side still suffer from the hurt of losing two finals to Real Madrid, but hope and expectations are on the rise

RB Leipzig face a tough opening Champions League away to Atlético Madrid. With games against Juventus, Inter, and Liverpool to come, it’s crucial The Saxons get off to the perfect start on

To view video content, visit the Korea JoongAng Daily website or click “기사 원문” Check out this exciting video ahead of Atletico Madrid's Champions League opening game against RB Leipzig. Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak trains with the team ahead of the Champions League match against RB Leipzig on Thursday.