Club Brugge KV 3 - 3 FT Atletico Madrid

Jan Breydel Stadion

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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Wed, Feb 18
Club Brugge KV
3-3
Atletico Madrid
⚡ Intensity 87
⚖️ Balance 84
🏆 Stakes 44
🎲 Upset 59
Six-goal madness at Jan Breydel.

Chaos and Courage in Brugge

Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. This was knockout football at its most volatile, where tactical plans evaporated in favor of pure, unadulterated drama in a six-goal stalemate.

Atleti’s Controlled Opening

The match ignited early at the Jan Breydel Stadium when J. Alvarez clinicaly dispatched an 8th-minute penalty, silencing the home crowd. For much of the first half, the visitors looked like seasoned European veterans, absorbing pressure while the hosts controlled possession with 58% of the ball. Just as the halftime whistle loomed, A. Lookman doubled the advantage following a sharp assist from A. Griezmann. It felt like a mountain too high for the Belgians to climb, as their Stakes in this Round of 32 clash seemed to be slipping away under the weight of Madrid's efficiency.

The Brugge Resurrection

Whatever was said in the home dressing room worked wonders, as the Intensity shifted dramatically after the break. Within fifteen minutes, the game was turned on its head. Raphael Onyedika sparked the comeback in the 52nd minute, finishing with composure before N. Tresoldi leveled the score at 2-2 just eight minutes later. The stadium transformed into a cauldron of noise as the momentum completely abandoned Diego Simeone’s side. The Balance of the match was suddenly on a knife-edge, with 29 combined shots turning the pitch into a shooting gallery where neither defense could find a footing.

A Sting in the Tail

The final ten minutes were pure theatre. A heartbreaking own goal by J. Ordonez in the 79th minute seemed to have gifted Atletico Madrid a narrow win against the run of play. However, Club Brugge KV refused to accept defeat. In the 89th minute, Christos Tzolis found the net after a relentless surge, securing a 3-3 draw. While Jan Oblak was sensational with 7 saves to keep his side in it, he couldn't stop the final onslaught. This result leaves the tie wide open, proving that in this competition, no lead is ever truly safe.

Key Questions

What made Jan Oblak the Man of the Match?

Oblak produced 7 crucial saves, repeatedly denying Brugge during their dominant second-half spells to preserve the draw.

What caused the 6-goal thriller?

A combination of 29 total shots and a high-tempo second half saw defensive structures collapse under immense pressure.

How dramatic was the late winner by Jan Oblak?

Jan Oblak didn't score; however, Christos Tzolis scored a dramatic 89th-minute equaliser to rescue Brugge in the dying moments.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Match Statistics

Possession
58%
42%
Club Brugge KV 58%
Atletico Madrid 42%
Shots
16
13
Club Brugge KV 16
Atletico Madrid 13
Shots on Target
10
4
Club Brugge KV 10
Atletico Madrid 4
Expected Goals (xG)
2.18
2.36
Club Brugge KV 2.18
Atletico Madrid 2.36
Passes
647
477
Club Brugge KV 647
Atletico Madrid 477
Pass Accuracy
87%
84%
Club Brugge KV 87%
Atletico Madrid 84%
Corners
4
5
Club Brugge KV 4
Atletico Madrid 5
Fouls
5
8
Club Brugge KV 5
Atletico Madrid 8
Yellow Cards
1
2
Club Brugge KV 1
Atletico Madrid 2
Red Cards
0
0
Club Brugge KV 0
Atletico Madrid 0

Match Events

J. Alvarez 8'
22' 🟨 I. Leko
A. Lookman (A. Griezmann) 45'+4
HT
M. Pubill 🟨 48'
52' R. Onyedika (N. Tresoldi)
60' N. Tresoldi (M. Diakhon)
A. Lookman A. Baena 🔄 62'
A. Griezmann A. Sorloth 🔄 66'
76' 🔄 N. Tresoldi R. Vermant
77' 🟨 R. Onyedika
J. Ordonez (M. Llorente) 79'
81' 🔄 K. Sabbe H. Siquet
82' 🔄 M. Diakhon S. Campbell
86' 🔄 J. Seys B. Meijer
86' 🔄 A. Stankovic F. Lemarechal
89' C. Tzolis (R. Onyedika)
N. Molina R. Le Normand 🔄 90'+1
Koke J. Cardoso 🔄 90'+1
A. Baena 🟨 90'+5
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Club Brugge KV

Goalkeepers
Simon Mignolet
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kyriani Sabbe
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
48%
Pass Acc
Joel Ordóñez
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
1
Fouls
5
Rating
Brandon Mechele
MAGNET
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
89
Passes
8
Duels
Joaquin Seys
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Midfielders
Aleksandar Stanković
NPC
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
44%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
Raphael Onyedika
MAGNET
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
68
Passes
8
Duels
Christos Tzolis
CLUTCH HERO
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.3
Rating
Hans Vanaken
MAGNET
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
79
Passes
7
Duels
Mamadou Diakhon
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
3
Key Passes
7.9
Rating
Forwards
Nicolò Tresoldi
DRIBBLER
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
BENCH
Nordin Jackers
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Vince Osuji
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bjorn Meijer
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Siquet
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorne Spileers
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ludovit Reis
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Vetlesen
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Félix Lemaréchal
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shandre Campbell
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Romeo Vermant
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustaf Nilsson
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Atletico Madrid

Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nahuel Molina
SUNDAY LEAGUER
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.7
Rating
5.7
Rating
2
Duels Lost
25
Poss Lost
Marc Pubill
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dávid Hancko
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matteo Ruggeri
SWEEPER
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Midfielders
Antoine Griezmann
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Koke
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Marcos Llorente
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Giuliano Simeone
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Alvarez
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Ademola Lookman
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Juan Musso
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Salvi Esquivel
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
José María Giménez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robin Le Normand
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clément Lenglet
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Baena
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johnny Cardoso
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago Almada
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obed Vargas
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Sørloth
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
18/02/2026 Club Brugge KV 3 - 3 Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League Jan Breydel Stadion
12/10/2022 Atletico Madrid 0 - 0 Club Brugge KV UEFA Champions League Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
04/10/2022 Club Brugge KV 2 - 0 Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League Jan Breydelstadion
11/12/2018 Club Brugge KV 0 - 0 Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League Jan Breydel Stadium
03/10/2018 Atletico Madrid 3 - 1 Club Brugge KV UEFA Champions League Estadio Wanda Metropolitano
18/02/2026
UEFA Champions League Jan Breydel Stadion
12/10/2022
UEFA Champions League Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
04/10/2022
UEFA Champions League Jan Breydelstadion
11/12/2018
UEFA Champions League Jan Breydel Stadium
03/10/2018
UEFA Champions League Estadio Wanda Metropolitano
Club Brugge KV Win
Atletico Madrid Win
Draw