The Champions League last-16 tie between the two clubs is poised delicately at 1-1 after Anthony Elanga’s finish rescued the Reds in the Wanda Metroplitano.
But with no away-goals rule in play in this season’s UEFA competitions, neither team has an advantage heading into the second leg.
A big atmosphere is expected at the Theatre of Dreams, but Matic says that it’s the players’ responsibility to fuel and harness the crowd’s passion via a strong performance.
“Atletico is a big game for us,” admitted the Serbian. “We drew away, so we know that we have to win at home in front of our supporters.