Julián Dominates in Champions League Multiplication Act
The Champions League returns and attention centers on Julián. He produced a decisive brace in the first leg against Tottenham. That performance handed his side a three-goal cushion before the return in London. He received the MVP award for that last-16 match.
Scoring profile
Julián has 16 goals this season. He shares the club scoring lead with Sorloth. In LaLiga he has eight goals. Those arrived in 28 appearances and 1,813 minutes.
In European competition he has been sharper. He has seven Champions League goals from 10 matches and 834 minutes. The contrast shows higher efficiency abroad.
Champions League ranking
His Champions total makes him the tournament’s fourth top scorer. Only Mbappé (13), Gordon of Newcastle (10), and Kane (8) sit ahead. He also scored seven goals in last season’s edition.
That previous campaign included a memorable double-touch in the penalty shootout against Real Madrid. That spot-kick episode ended his team’s participation in the round of 16.
Importance for the club
Julián wears the number 19 shirt. He knows how to win the competition, having lifted it with City. His presence will be vital to extend Atlético’s run in Europe.
Eliminating Tottenham would send Atlético into the quarterfinals. The club last reached that stage two seasons ago.
Recent away form
He has found the net on two of the last three away trips. He scored in Eindhoven and in Bruges. He did not score in the trip to Galatasaray in Turkey. That match marked the beginning of Atlético losing ground to reach the top eight.
Quick stats
| Competition | Goals | Matches | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaLiga | 8 | 28 | 1,813 |
| Champions League | 7 | 10 | 834 |
| Total (club) | 16 | – | – |
As noted in coverage titled Julián Dominates in Champions League Multiplication Act, his European scoring rate stands out. Filmogaz.com will track his influence ahead of the London return leg.
