Why Atletico Madrid’s pitch could be a factor in Champions League second leg against Barcelona

Barcelona are seeking to overturn a 2-0 aggregate deficit in the Champions League quarter-finals against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, where the playing surface could be under the spotlight just as much as the players.The surface at Atletico’s Metropolitano Stadium has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, with Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick even discussing the issue with a UEFA delegate during his side’s training session in the stadium on Monday, according to sources with knowledge of the matter.Advertisement