Atalanta vs. Athletic Bilbao: Don't Miss Kickoff! Time & Channel REVEALED!

Champions League fever is hitting a high note as we head into week seven, and one match in particular has caught my eye: Atalanta versus Athletic Bilbao. The Italians, Atalanta, have been playing some seriously impressive football in this tournament, and they're looking to cement their place in the top eight. Think about it – securing a home win here could propel them even further, bringing their point total up to a very respectable 16. That's a big deal.

Atalanta vs. Athletic Bilbao: Don't Miss Kickoff! ...

On the other side, we have Athletic Bilbao. Honestly, they haven’t quite lived up to the hype this season, currently sitting way down in 32nd place. This away game against Atalanta is a must-win for them; it’s their chance to salvage their Champions League aspirations. No pressure, right?

So, the big question everyone’s asking is: when and where can I catch this potentially explosive match? Don't worry, I've got you covered.

Mark your calendars! The Atalanta-Athletic Bilbao clash is set to kick off at 11:00 PM on Wednesday, January 21st. The New Balance Arena will be the battleground, and for those of us not lucky enough to be there in person, Tabii Spor 6 will be broadcasting the game live. Get your snacks ready, because it's going to be a late one.

Now, let's talk about who we can expect to see on the pitch. While lineups can always change at the last minute, here are the projected starting elevens, based on what we're hearing from inside sources.

For Atalanta, we're expecting to see Carnesecchi guarding the net, a defensive line of Kossounou, Hien, and Kolasinac, with Zappacosta and Bernasconi out wide. In midfield, De Roon and Ederson are likely to be pulling the strings, while De Ketelaere and Pasalic will be supporting Scamacca up front. That's a pretty formidable lineup, showcasing their strength across the board.

Athletic Bilbao will likely field Simon in goal, a back four of Areso, Vivian, Paredes, and Berchiche. Jauregizar and Ruiz De Galarreta are expected to anchor the midfield, with Berenguer, Sancet, and N. Williams providing the attacking impetus behind Guruzeta. They've got some serious talent, but they'll need to be at their absolute best to overcome Atalanta on their home turf. It's going to be a tough ask, but definitely not impossible. Will Athletic Bilbao be able to pull of a Champions League miracle? We'll just have to wait and see. One thing is for sure: I wouldn't miss this one for the world!