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Atletico’s Last-16 qualification in danger after AC Milan defeat

Messias’ goal not only means Atleti will need a victory instead of a draw in Porto on December 7 but it also brings Milan back to life

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Atletico boss Simeone

Atletico boss Simeone

Atletico Madrid’s chances of reaching the Champions League Last 16 were dealt a hammer blow on Wednesday after a 0-1 defeat by AC Milan left them needing to win at Porto in their final game in Group B.

A scrappy contest at the Wanda Metropolitano looked set to end goalless until Milan substitute Junior Messias headed home a dramatic winner in the 87th minute to leave Atletico staring down the barrel of an early exit.  Messias’ goal not only means Atleti will need a victory instead of a draw in Porto on December 7 but it also brings Milan back to life. 

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