Does Julián Álvarez play today? Atlético de Madrid vs Inter Milan in the Champions League By Beatriz
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Argentine striker Julián Álvarez, aged 25, starts as a starter in the attack of Atlético of Madrid against Inter of The match takes place at Estádio Riyadh Air Metropolitano, at Madri, Espanha, with kick-off at 8pm local time (5pm on Brasília). With nine goals this season, Álvarez represents the Spanish team’s main offensive threat, which is looking for victory to climb the table, while Inter aims to maintain its unbeaten record in the competition.
The broadcast on Brasil is carried out by HBO Max, with a signal starting at 4:45 pm. Coach Diego Simeone adopts a 4-4-2 formation, with Álvarez alongside Alexander Sørloth, exploiting his movement and high pressure to pierce the Italian defense.
The 8pm time in Madri, with mild weather of 12°C, favors an intense game, where Álvarez can repeat decisive performances at home.
Numbers of Julián Álvarez in the season
Julián Álvarez has nine goals and four assists in 16 official games for Atlético in 2025, averaging 0.56 goals per game.
In Champions League, he registered two goals in three games in the current phase, bringing his historic total in the competition to 17 in 30 appearances.
His data includes 34 shots, 16 on target, and 81% passing accuracy, with 108 high-intensity pressures – a UCL record this season.
In LaLiga, he contributed with seven goals in 12 matches, positioning himself as the team’s top scorer.
Best moment of my career so far
Álvarez’s peak occurred in the 2021 season with River Plate, when he scored 18 goals in the Argentine league, winning the title of top scorer and the award for best South American player of the year.
He also shone in the Copa of the 2022 Mundo for the Argentina, with four goals in seven games, including the first of the title in the final against the França.
In 2023/24, with Manchester City, he won the treble (Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League), adding 36 goals in 54 matches.
These achievements, combined with 13 goals in 49 games for the Argentine national team, marked his peak, with his market value rising to 100 million euros.
Expected impact on today’s game
Álvarez can unbalance the Inter defense with his 11.1% chance conversion rate, exploiting counterattacks against full-backs like Dimarco.
His high pressure, with 108 intense actions in the UCL, puts pressure on the Nerazzurra ball’s exit, creating errors for the colchonero midfield.
In the 4-4-2, he acts as a mobile pivot, with 14 goals in Champions since arriving in Atlético – the biggest overperformance in the competition (just 6.4 xG).
His entry on the field increases the chances of goals at home by 30%, according to analyses, especially in set pieces where he wins 55% of duels.
Atlético confirmed lineup and tactical options
Atlético starts with a solid 4-4-2 formation:
- Goalkeeper: J.Musso
- Defense: N. Molina, J. M. Giménez (c), D. Hancko, M.
- Middle: G. Simeone, P. Barrios, J. Cardoso, C. Gallagher
- Attack: J. Álvarez, A. Sørloth
Álvarez dictates the offensive rhythm from the start, with substitutions like Griezmann and Koke to maintain intensity.
Inter responds with 3-5-2 from Cristian Chivu, climbing Y. Sommer in goal and Lautaro Martínez in attack.
Broadcast and local time in detail
The duel is broadcast live on HBO Max, with narration in Portuguese and real-time statistics.
At Madri, at 8pm local time, the stadium with 68 thousand fans creates pressure under referee François Letexier.
On Argentina, it starts at 4pm, attracting fans of Álvarez for local broadcasts.
Coverage includes heatmaps, making global monitoring easier.
