Atletico Madrid ahead Antoine Griezmann was cleared to play towards AC Milan within the Champions League after his two-game ban was lifted on enchantment on Friday.
UEFA mentioned its appeals physique upheld Atletico’s request that Griezmann serve solely a one-match obligatory ban for his pink card of their 3-2 loss towards Liverpool final month.
Griezmann, after scoring twice in Madrid, was despatched off for hitting Roberto Firmino’s head with a raised boot whereas stretching for the ball. He missed a 2–0 loss to Atlético within the return recreation at Liverpool.
Atlético host Milan in third place within the group on Wednesday, trailing Porto by one level with two rounds left. Last-placed Milan may nonetheless advance to the knockout rounds.
Liverpool, which host Porto, are already sure to maneuver up as group winners.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
