Overview
- Tottenham enter the home leg three goals down on aggregate after a 5-2 first‑leg defeat in Madrid.
- Igor Tudor has been confirmed to lead the team for the tie, with the club signaling short‑term backing following a draw at Liverpool.
- Cristian Romero is fit to play, while Lucas Bergvall and Destiny Udogie are available from the bench; Joao Palhinha is ruled out and Richarlison is suspended.
- Conor Gallagher faces a late fitness call due to respiratory and viral issues, adding to selection constraints in midfield.
- Diego Simeone praised Romero and urged caution against Spurs, whose morale lifted with the Anfield draw despite ongoing relegation concerns.