By Enock Katamba | Uncovered UG
Kampala, Uganda — April 30, 2026 — Arsenal will take on Atlético Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash tonight at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 22:00 East African Time (EAT).
Arsenal head into the encounter with confidence following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Newcastle United in their most recent outing. The Gunners will be aiming to carry that momentum into this crucial away fixture.
The North London side are currently top of the Premier League table with 73 points, underlining their strong form this season. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid sit fourth in La Liga with 60 points, highlighting the competitive challenge ahead.
Atlético Madrid, known for their disciplined and defensive style of play under Diego Simeone, are expected to provide a tough challenge, especially on home soil.
Also Read: Dortmund beat Atlético to reach Champions league semis
Key Players to Watch
All eyes will be on Bukayo Saka, who is expected to return to the starting lineup after recovering from injury. Kai Havertz is also likely to play an important role following his recent impressive performances.
For Atlético Madrid, attacking threats such as Antoine Griezmann and Julián Álvarez will test Arsenal’s defense. Álvarez, who previously played for Manchester City, brings valuable top-level experience.
Match Details
Fixture: Atlético Madrid vs Arsenal
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2026
Kick-off: 22:00 EAT (8:00 PM BST)
Venue: Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid
Where to Watch
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage beginning at 7:00 PM BST.
written by @enock katamba
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Enock Katamba – Journalist | Founder of Uncovered Ug (uncoveredug.com)
Enock Katamba is a Ugandan journalist and founder of Uncovered Uganda, a digital online news platform covering health, national news, entertainment, celebrity gossip, music, education, business, sports, and international news. He focuses on delivering accurate, timely, and reliable information to keep the public informed.
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