Champions League: Michael Owen predicts result of Atletico Madrid vs Man United, Benfica vs Ajax

Former Manchester United striker, Michael Owen has actually forecasted the result of Wednesday’s Champions League round of 16 fixtures.

Atletico Madrid will host Manchester United in the Champions League round of 16 first-leg tie at Estadio Wanda Metropolitano.

Benfica will face Ajax in the Champions League round of 16 first-leg fixture at the Estádio da Luz.

The kick-off time for Atletico Madrid vs Man Utd and Benfica vs Ajax is 9 pm.

Offering his predictions, Owen told BetVictor: “This is an interesting one. I can see Atletico edging this, and I would not be surprised if Luis Suarez got a goal. I don’t think there will be much between these two in both games, however I can see Atletico taking a narrow cause Manchester. Atletico Madrid 2, Man United 1.”

On the Benfica vs Ajax video game, Owen said, “For their requirements, Benfica are having a poor season locally.

“Ajax cruised through the group stage, winning all 6 video games. They beat Sporting 5-1 in Lisbon previously in the season, and I can see another win in Lisbon here. 2-1 Ajax.”