Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final opponents Atletico Madrid have issued a complaint to UEFA after their overnight stay in London was heavily disrupted
Atletico Madrid have complained to UEFA after fireworks were set off outside their hotel in the early hours of Tuesday morning ahead of the Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal.
According to Spanish outlet Marca, Atleti reported their displeasure at the situation to UEFA swiftly. They have added that, despite the convenience of the hotel’s location, there is concern that the individuals who threw projectiles did not have any form of deterrent to approaching where the team were sleeping.
The semi-final second leg between the two is set to take place on this evening with the tie level at 1-1 following last Wednesday’s first leg in Madrid.
Despite the inconvenience that faced his players, Simeone will be delighted to have a number of them in London. Injury fears over Julian Alvarez, Giuliano Simeone, Marcos Llorente and David Hancko were sparked over the last week but all four have been named in the travelling squad.
Pablo Barrios and Nico Gonzalez are the only key Atletico stars that have missed out with Alexander Sorloth also included despite the fact he has not played in the last two games.
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