It’s Yamal vs Griezmann as Barcelona hosts Atletico in Champions League quarterfinals

BARCELONA: (Apr 8) Barcelona’s Champions League quarterfinal against Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Wednesday will pit a teenage phenom against one of La Liga’s fading greats.

Barcelona’s hopes of ending an 11-year wait for another European Cup will largely rest on the performances of 18-year-old Lamine Yamal. The Spain playmaker has scored in three consecutive Champions League games and his 21 goals overall in all competitions this campaign leads his team.

Atletico for its part will look for inspiration from forward Antoine Griezmann. Atletico’s all-time top scorer wants to end his stellar run with the club on a high note before the 35-year-old leaves for the MLS.