Qarabag earned their first ever Champions League point when they played Atletico in Azerbaijan two weeks ago, a match in which they also finished with 10 men.
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Thomas Partey rescues Atletico Madrid from UEFA Champions home defeat
The Ghanaian midfielder registered the equaliser for Atletico Madrid as they were held at home to a 1-1 draw by minors Qarabag
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Atletico again had a difficult time creating significant scoring chances against Qarabag, who played solidly defensively and took advantage of one of their few opportunities to break the deadlock.
Midfielder Michel scored with a header after a corner kick in the 40th minute at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.
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Atletico equalised in the 56th minute with a stunning side-foot shot from outside the area by midfielder Thomas Partey, hitting the top corner after a back-heel set up by forward Antoine Griezmann.
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