The UEFA Champions League returns to Emirates Stadium in London, where Arsenal host Atlético Madrid in a pivotal Round 3 fixture. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, and fans can tune in live on Paramount+, UniMas, TUDN, and ViX Premium platforms.
Match Details
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London, England
- Capacity: 60,383
- Surface: Grass
- Weather Forecast: 55°F, partly cloudy
- Referee: Davide Massa (Italy)
- Competition: UEFA Champions League – Group Stage, Round 3
How to Watch Live:
Stream the game on Paramount+ (US), or catch the broadcast via UniMas, TUDN, ViX Premium Deportes 1 & 2, Univision NOW, or ViX.
Team Form
Arsenal Recent Form:
- Fulham 0–1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 2–0 West Ham
- Arsenal 2–0 Olympiacos
- Newcastle 1–2 Arsenal
The Gunners enter this match in stellar form, boasting four straight wins across all competitions. Mikel Arteta’s side has shown defensive solidity and attacking precision, outscoring opponents 7–1 in their last four games. With home-field advantage and an in-form attack led by Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal aim to continue their unbeaten start to the European campaign.
Atlético Madrid Recent Form:
- Atlético Madrid 1–0 Osasuna
- Atlético Madrid 1–1 Inter Milan
- Celta Vigo 1–1 Atlético Madrid
- Atlético Madrid 5–1 Eintracht Frankfurt
Diego Simeone’s men remain one of Europe’s toughest defensive units. Despite a couple of draws, their commanding 5–1 win over Frankfurt demonstrates their potential when firing on all cylinders. Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata have been crucial in attack, while Jan Oblak continues to anchor the defense with consistency.
Tactical Breakdown
Arsenal’s high-possession, quick-transition system will clash with Atlético’s disciplined low block and counterattack approach. Expect Arteta to press high and use his full-backs aggressively, while Simeone will likely rely on compact defensive structure and set-piece opportunities.
Key battle: Declan Rice vs. Koke — control of midfield could dictate the game’s tempo.
Prediction
Both teams are in solid form and evenly matched on paper. Arsenal’s home advantage could be decisive, but Atlético’s defensive discipline makes them a tough opponent to break down.
Prediction: Arsenal 1–1 Atlético Madrid
Match Essentials
- Kickoff: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 — 3:00 PM ET
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium (London, England)
- Broadcast: Paramount+, UniMas, TUDN, ViX Premium
- Weather: 55°F, partly cloudy
- Referee: Davide Massa (Italy)