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Atletico Madrid will have an easy ride in Group A, says Yisa Shofoluwe

The ex-Green Eagles defender is optimistic that Los Colchoneros will progress from the group stage unscathed ahead of their rivals

Former Nigeria International Yisa Shofolowe has tipped Atletico Madrid to easily top Group A of the Uefa Champions League when the club competition’s group stage kicks off next month.

The Spaniard have been pooled in Group A alongside Borussia Dortmund, Monaco and Club Brugge in the draw conducted on Thursday.

According to the 50-year-old, the Atletico Madrid side that won the Uefa Super Cup at the expense of fierce rivals, Real Madrid will be too hot for the remaining teams.