Atletico Madrid only managed one win in the Champions League last season before they went on to lift the Europa League trophy, and a win against Club Brugge would already better last season's performance for the 2016 Champions League finalists.
Not only that, it would give them a much-needed advantage in what looks to be a tough-looking Group A. Both Dortmund and Monaco, who also meet on Wednesday night, will more than likely test Madrid to the final group game.
Club Brugge knew at the draw that their chances for claiming one of the top two spots were slim to none.