Into four minutes of additional time and the writing is on the wall for Lokomotiv Moscow, who showed little intention of scoring a crucial goal and have been punished for their sloppy play at the back.
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Koke has scored a goal for Atletico Madrid! Assist by Juanfran.
GOAL! That's the tie settled! Last minute of regulation time and Lokomotiv are guilty of sloppily giving the ball away, with Juanfran nicking the ball and cutting a low cross into the area where Koko is lurking. He strikes into the ground and puts the icing on the cake.
Superb determination from Juanfran and it's his second assist of the night, although this one was more intended than his short pass for Saul's screamer.
88'
Actually a good move from Lokomotiv there, with Fernandes pulling the strings in the middle, but again the final ball is lacking and it's easy enough for the Atletico defence.
86'
Could there be a late goal from Lokomotiv to spark this tie into life for the second-leg? Stranger things have happened but it looks extremely unlikely. Eder has probably committed more fouls tonight than he's had touches of the ball.
84'
Saúl gets yellow.
Saul, the man of the moment tonight, gets his name taken by the official. He's furious but he can't have too many complaints as it was a blatant pull back.
82'
Lokomotiv look set to make their third and final change, with the switch once again being forced by injury. I'll update you when it happens, just waiting for a break in play.
80'
Really isn't too much to update you with here. Atletico are keeping the ball and have taken their foot off the gas, whilst Lokomotiv continue to chase shadows.
78'
SAVE! It's been a long wait but debutant goalkeeper Axel Werner but he finally has a save to make. It's an easy one too as Lysov's shot from distance was straight at him.
77'
The last time Atletico dropped into the Europa League from the Champions League, back in 2010, they won it. They then won it again in 2012. Decent omens for the Spanish side!
75'
Fernando Torres enters the game and replaces Á. Correa.
K. Gameiro enters the game and replaces Diego Costa.
Double change for Atletico, the first of which sees two-time Europa League winner Diego Costa replaced by Kevin Gameiro.
The second switch sees Correa taken off, with veteran striker Fernando Torres taking his spot.
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A third goal for Atletico would certainly kill the tie, whereas Lokomotiv have a chance in the second-leg if it stays like this. Only a very, very slim one though.
71'
A. Kolomeytsev enters the game and replaces Anton Miranchuk.
Quite disappointed with Lokomotiv Moscow tonight if I'm honest. They initially showed intent by moving the ball around, though they struggled in the final third, but they haven't responded at all since.
Second Lokomotiv change of the evening sees the introduction of Kolomeytsev, who replaces Anton Miranchuk.
69'
Another corner for Atletico, as their onslaught continues. They've struggled from set pieces though and this one is again wasted.
67'
Vitolo enters the game and replaces A. Griezmann.
There's the introduction I was expecting, although perhaps not the man you'd expect to be taken off. Griezmann makes way and Vitolo takes his place.
66'
Á. Correa gets yellow.
CHANCE! Almost a third for Atletico from an unlikely source. The ball is worked towards Juanfran, who strikes towards goal but sees his effort deflect into the side netting and behind for a corner.
First yellow of the game for Atletico is issued to Angel Correa.
64'
Edging into the period where you'd expect to see changes from both sides and Atletico will probably look to inject some fresh energy into their side. Vitolo is a name that stands out to potentially cause Lokomotiv problems.
62'
66% possession for Atletico Madrid, which actually seems like less than it should be. The entire game has orientated around them with the ball.
60'
Atletico seem intent on adding to their scoreline but they're still struggling to break down the Lokomotiv defence and create clear-cut opportunities.
58'
APPEALS! Atletico want a penalty as Diego Costa lashes a shot towards goal after a corner drops to him and it clashes onto Corluka. It looked like handball but the officials aren't interested.
57'
Eder is probably the loneliest man in football right now, as he's getting no support from his Lokomotiv team-mates. It probably explains why he's giving the defence such close attention- he just wants some company!
55'
Still no change of emphasis from Lokomotiv, who don't show any signs of wanting to try and snatch a goal. You'd argue they need one if they're to have a chance at a turnaround next week but the danger is a third for Atletico will put the writing on the wall.
53'
M. Lysov enters the game and replaces V. Ignatyev.
There's the change then, as Ignatjev is unable to continue and is replaced by Lysov.
51'
A break in play as Ignatjev receives treatment and it looks like it's the end of the 31-year-old's night.
49'
A goal and an assist for Saul. He's still just 23 and is standing head and shoulders above the rest on the field here. Lokomotiv now have a very difficult task ahead of them.
47'
Diego Costa has scored a goal for Atletico Madrid!
GOAL! Atletico double their advantage! Lokomotiv give the ball away and Saul clips a lofted ball into the area to Griezmann, who forces a stunning save from Guilherme. However, Diego Costa is lurking to net his sixth goal since his return to the Spanish capital.
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KICK-OFF! Back underway in Madrid, where Atletico get us started and now attack to the right.
44'
Atletico are putting in a very Arsenal-like performance. Superb moving the ball around and showing decent moves but then falling apart when the goal comes into view.
42'
I could watch that Saul goal forever, it's ridiculous. The power he got behind it whilst moving very slowly defies physics.
40'
In all honesty, both managers will have their reasons to be unhappy with their creative performance here as we haven't seen much action at all. Saul's wonder-goal has glossed over what has been a disappointing display.
38'
A better period for Lokomotiv, as they've knocked the ball around well, but Eder is then guilty of a foul on Gimenez and it's a defensive free-kick. The Russians need to do better when they get into the final third.
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Just under ten minutes until the break and Lokomotiv will look forward to a rest, as Atletico have been running rings around them here- although they haven't really created too much to shout about.
34'
Aleksey Miranchuk gets yellow.
First yellow of the game goes to Aleksey Miranchuk for simulation, after he threw himself to ground after Juanfran lunged in.
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If Atletico were firing on all cylinders then this game could be out of sight. Simeone won't be happy that his team hasn't quite managed to click in the final third and it's left the door open for Lokomotiv, although they'd probably take a narrow defeat like this.
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CHANCE! The first goal was incredible, that was almost embarrassing! A long ball forward is chased down by Griezmann and he robs Guilherme of the ball out wide, then trying to pass an effort into the empty net. Unfortunately it bobbles wide of the mark and Lokomotiv are let off the hook.
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It's all Atletico, as they surge forward and Costa wins his side another corner. It's Griezmann to deliver this time and it's played short before being passed around to the edge of the area, where Lokomotiv eventually get the ball away. However, Simeone's side will come straight back at them.
26'
The danger for the visitors is that this opens the floodgates and Atletico have certainly upped the tempo since taking the lead. The game is still open but that could provide the spark for Simeone's side to dominate now.
24'
Lokomotiv Moscow could do absolutely nothing about that. They've done well so far and have limited the opportunities that Atletico have created, with the hosts still yet to have a clear-cut chance, but players like Saul can create something out of nothing.
22'
Saúl has scored a goal for Atletico Madrid! Assist by Juanfran.
WHAT A GOAL! Saul has just smashed home from audacious range! With nothing on, the young midfielder looked up and fired an unstoppable shot with his left foot that left Guilherme with no chance. Incredible!
Juanfran is attributed with the assist but it's all about Saul's strike.
21'
Almost a perfect move for Atletico, who unleash Griezmann down the right and his cross into the middle finds Diego Costa. However, the former Chelsea man gets the ball stuck under his feet and the opportunity goes begging.
20'
Now it's Lokomotiv's turn to have a corner, which is taken short by Fernandes. He gets the ball back but his delivery is headed away, before a snap-shot from Ignatjev is slashed well off target.
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Atletico now enjoying a decent spell and Koke has another chance to whip in a corner but it's once again dealt with by Lokomotiv's defensive line.
16'
Over a quarter of an hour played here in the Spanish capital and it's been a very tight contest so far, with both sides yet to see a sight of goal. Atletico have dominated possession, as you would expect, but Lokomotiv are certainly capable of give Simeone's side a run for their money.
14'
Lokomotiv certainly aren't afraid to push players forward in attack, which is a bold move against a side of Atletico's quality. So far it's allowing them to ease the pressure upon their defensive line, which could be crucial.
12'
First corner of the game is an Atletico one, which allows Koke to swing into the area but Guilherme is once again there to quell the danger by snatching the ball out of the air.
10'
Lokomotiv looking good in wide areas but Filipe Luis completes a superb challenge to end the push from Ignatjev. They'll be looking to continue pushing down the flanks throughout the game, with their set-up including two wing backs that have a wealth of support ahead of them.
8'
The visitors have a good chance to break but can't quite get the ball into the right areas in the final third, whilst Atletico hit on the attack and have Correa see an effort from distance blocked.
6'
Free-kick for Atletico on the far side, giving Griezmann a decent opportunity to play a threatening ball into the middle. He curls into the middle but Guilherme is swiftly off his line to pluck the ball out of the air.
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It's taken a few minutes but Lokomotiv have managed to get into Atletico's half and have knocked the ball around well in midfield, before trying to go long. This is the furthest the Russian league leaders have ever got in the Europa League and they know they have a stern challenge ahead of them this evening.
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Atletico start on the front foot, with Griezmann showing his class early on as he tried to set-up a spectacular effort, and it sets the precedent for the game ahead. There's plenty of empty seats at the stadium, which isn't too surprising given the early kick-off.
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KICK-OFF! We're underway at the Wanda Metropolitano, where Lokomotiv Moscow get us started and attack to the right.
Atletico saw their very slim chances of La Liga glory this season ttheoretically ended by Barcelona and Lionel Messi at the weekend, losing 1-0 at the Nou Camp. It follows on from the disappointment in the Champions League and, in truth, Diego Simeone's side didn't want to be in this competition. Make no mistake though, the side from the Spanish capital will be eyeing glory now.
Lokomotiv Moscow also had disappointment this weekend, drawing 0-0 with Spartak Moscow, but hold a seven point lead in their league table. They'll hope to cause a huge upset this evening ahead of what is an exciting few months ahead for football in Russia, with the World Cup preparations well underway.
Atletico Madrid XI: Axel Werner; Juanfran, Jose Gimenez, Lucas Hernandez, Filipe Luis; Koke, Thomas Partey, Saul Niguez, Angel Correa; Antoine Griezmann, Diego Costa.
Lokomotiv Moscow XI: Guilherme; Vladislav Ignatjev, Saba Kverkvelia, Maciej Rybus; Anton Miranchuk, Igor Denisov, Nemanja Pejcinovic, Manuel Fernandes; Aleksey Miranchuk, Eder.
Atletico subs: Alejandro Dos Santos, Fernando Torres, Antonio Montoro, Gabi, Kevin Gameiro, Sime Vrsaljko, Vitolo.
Lokomotiv subs: Anton Konchenkov, Mikhail Lysov, Dimitri Barinov, Taras Mykhalyk, Dmitriy Tarasov, Boris Rotenberg, Aleksandr Kolomejtsev.
Diego Simeone makes wholesale changes to the side that beat FC Copenhagen 1-0 two weeks ago, with only Correa, Koke and Gimenez retaining their spots. Jan Oblak and Diego Godin have both been dropped late from the squad, with the former suffering with a muscular injury and the captain having stomach flu. Lucas Hernandez therefore plays outside his comfort zone in a central position.
Lokomotiv's line-up is more familiar to the side that beat Nice a few weeks ago, with Yuri Semin making just two changes. Eder and Corluka come in, with on-loan Krasnodar forward Ari and former Schalke man Jefferson Farfan out of the squad, the latter being injured.
Expect a very close game tonight as it's two in-form sides coming toe-to-toe, with Atletico seeing an eight-game winning streak brought to a close at the weekend and Lokomotiv standing unbeaten in their last ten games, enjoying eight wins.
As we've seen across Europe this week, there's a minutes silence ahead of the game in the Spanish capital to honour Fiorentina captain Davide Astori, who tragically lost his life on Sunday ahead of his side's Serie A game with Udinese and had his funeral held in Florence today- where there were incredible scenes of support from fans and players alike.
Good evening and welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Europa League Round of 16 clash between Atletico Madrid and Lokomotic Moscow, where the Spanish giants host the first-leg and both sides look to return to winning ways after domestic disappointment in huge clashes at the weekend.
HALF TIME! Not too much to talk about but Saul's stunning strike is the difference at the break. Barring that goal, Atletico Madrid have disappointed in the final third and Lokomotiv Moscow have also looked short of ideas when they get into the attacking areas.
Oh to be a fly on the wall of the Atletico dressing room. Diego Simeone's side have the lead but he's unlikely to be happy with the performance being shown by his players, as they've created nothing of note. Saul's strike has saved some blushes for the side who, in all honesty, should be too good for this competition.
Lokomotiv also haven't offered much in the final third but the Russian league leaders won't have been expected to in the away leg. They've been undone by a piece of sensational play and would probably take a 1-0 loss here, as long as the game remained in the balance ahead of next week's second clash between the two sides.
FULL TIME! A routine victory for Atletico Madrid, who have given themselves a huge advantage ahead of the second-leg in Russia next week. Saul's sensational strike glossed over a largely poor first half but it was a professional peformance for Diego Simeone's side in the second period, with Diego Costa and Koke wrapping up the win to sink Lokomotiv Moscow.
Atletico weren't quite firing on all cylinders throughout, and struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, but the fact of the matter is they've done what is expected of them. Given that they weren't at their best, their clinical nature in the chances that were created is a statement of intent to the rest of the clubs in the Europa League.
Lokomotiv Moscow's approach was certainly to keep things contained and try to ensure they were still in the tie next week but the Russian side's performance in the second half slipped, conceding swiftly after the break and then in the dying moments. It looks like the Round of 16 will remain as the furthest they've gone in the Europa League.
Atletico host Celta Vigo this weekend before travelling to the Russia capital, whilst Lokomotiv Moscow face a trip to Amkar Perm before hosting Diego Simeone's heavyweights.
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