27 September 2017 at 18:45

Referee: Cuneyt Cakir

Match Summary

Chelsea defeated Atletico Madrid 2:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2017. Goals were scored by A. Griezmann 40′ (pen.), Álvaro Morata 59′, M. Batshuayi 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Atletico Madrid had 49% possession while Chelsea held 51%. Atletico Madrid had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 18 (4 on target) for Chelsea. Atletico Madrid made 3 substitutions, Chelsea made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Atletico Madrid and Chelsea — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Atletico Madrid
Chelsea
Kick Off
40′
Half Time
59′
Álvaro Morata

assist: E. Hazard

Y. CarrascoFernando Torres
69′
Á. CorreaN. Gaitán
71′
T. ParteyJ. Giménez
77′
82′
E. HazardWillian
82′
Álvaro MorataM. Batshuayi
86′
FàbregasA. Christensen
90+4′
M. Batshuayi

assist: Marcos Alonso

Full Time

Match Statistics

Atletico Madrid had 49% possession against Chelsea's 51%. Atletico Madrid registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Chelsea managed 18 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 14–12.

4Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal9
12Total Shots18
2Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox13
7Shots outsidebox5
14Fouls12
3Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
49%Ball Possession51%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
499Total passes500
415Passes accurate409
83%Passes %82%

Lineups

Atletico Madrid lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under D. Simeone, while Chelsea deployed a 3-5-1-1 under A. Conte.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Atletico Madrid is 6.96, compared to — for Chelsea. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Atletico Madrid's highest-rated starter is J. Oblak (7.11), while Chelsea's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Atletico Madrid have contributed 2 goals and 4 assists this season, led by A. Griezmann (2G). Chelsea's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Atletico Madrid deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Chelsea's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Atletico Madrid field 5 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus Chelsea's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Atletico Madrid start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.97, compared to 2 for Chelsea averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Atletico Madrid and —% for Chelsea. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Atletico Madrid's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chelsea. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Atletico Madrid's starting XI is 32.3 (youngest: Á. Correa (30), oldest: A. Griezmann (34)), while Chelsea average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Atletico Madrid's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chelsea. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Atletico Madrid4-4-23-5-1-1Chelsea
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Oblak20Juanfran3Luis2Godín19Hernánd.8Saúl6Koke10Carrasco5Partey7Griezma.11Correa13Courtois24Cahill30Luiz28Azpilic.3Alonso4Fàbregas15Moses10Hazard14Bakayoko7Kanté9Morata

Substitutes

Coach: D. Simeone

Substitutes

Coach: A. Conte

Atletico MadridPosition StrengthChelsea
6.96
Avg Rating
7.11Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.87Midfielder (5 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.97Forward (1 v 2)
2G 3A0G 0A
Atletico Madrid4-4-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Oblak7.11A
20DefenderJuanfran
3DefenderFilipe Luis
2DefenderD. Godín
19DefenderL. Hernández
8MidfielderSaúl
6MidfielderKoke6.9
10MidfielderY. Carrasco
5MidfielderT. Partey
11MidfielderÁ. Correa6.8
7ForwardA. Griezmann7.02G3A
Chelsea3-5-1-1
13GoalkeeperT. Courtois
24DefenderG. Cahill
30DefenderDavid Luiz
28DefenderAzpilicueta
3MidfielderMarcos Alonso
4MidfielderFàbregas
15MidfielderV. Moses
14MidfielderT. Bakayoko
7MidfielderN. Kanté
10ForwardE. Hazard
9ForwardÁlvaro Morata

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Atletico Madrid have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Chelsea show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Chelsea

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Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea Head to Head Results

Atletico Madrid and Chelsea have met 5 times — Atletico Madrid won 1, Chelsea won 2, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. Chelsea leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 5 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.80 per match (4 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (20%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Chelsea are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2014.

1

Atletico Madrid

2

Drawn

2

Chelsea

Goals: 4Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (5)

17 Mar 2021Chelsea2 – 0Atletico Madrid
23 Feb 2021Atletico Madrid0 – 1Chelsea
5 Dec 2017Chelsea1 – 1Atletico Madrid
30 Apr 2014Chelsea1 – 3Atletico Madrid
22 Apr 2014Atletico Madrid0 – 0Chelsea
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Apr 2026