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Everything you need to know about Atletico Madrid

Another of European football's biggest names will pitch up at Emirates Stadium for Champions League action on Tuesday when Atletico Madrid head to north London.

It will be just the third meeting between two sides synonymous with red and white shirts, as Diego Simeone aims to finally add Europe's premier club competition to his club's long list of honours after three losses in the final.

Ahead of a tasty-looking fixture, find out more about Atleti's past, their current stars and how they're shaping up this season:

The history

The club were formed in 1903 by Athletic Club supporters based in the Spanish capital.