Diego Simeone's side have lost to their city rivals in each of the last three seasons in Europe, but will be confident of success over two legs
Could it be fourth time lucky for Atletico? The Rojiblancos have lost out to fierce rivals Real Madrid in each of the last three seasons in the Champions League and now the two teams meets again in the semi-finals. They will never have a better chance of ending their European hoodoo against Los Blancos.
Since winning the Europa League in 2011-12, Diego Simeone has made Atletico contenders every season in the Champions League.