Real Madrid beats Atletico on penalties and goes to the quarter-finals of the Champions League
Brazilian striker misses chance in normal time, Atlético Madrid win 1-0, but Real win on penalties
REAL CONTINUES IN THE CHAMPIONS!
It was a tearful, sweaty affair, down to the last detail, and even luck. Real Madrid beat Atlético de Madrid in the penalty shootout, 4-2, and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Champions League . The aggregate score was 2-2: the first leg had been 2-1 for Real , and Atlético won 1-0 this Wednesday at the Metropolitano. The goal today was scored by midfielder Gallagher, in the first minute. Speaking of penalties, striker Vinicius Junior missed a penalty in the 24th minute of the second half . But in the penalty shootout at the end, after extra time, Julián Álvarez slipped, and his goal was disallowed after review (two touches on the ball). Lucas Vázquez also missed his, and Llorente hit the crossbar.
And now?
Defending Champions League champions Real Madrid will face Arsenal in the quarter-finals . The first leg will be played on April 8-9, followed by the 15-16. Whoever advances from that stage will face Paris Saint-Germain or Aston Villa in the semi-finals.
Relief in the end, but…
This was the first penalty that Vinicius Junior has missed for Real Madrid in a competitive match, in all competitions. He has converted all eight of his previous penalties, dating back to January 2024. Vinicius Jr has scored just one goal in 17 games against Atlético, never at the Metropolitano stadium. He left the game at the end of extra time, with Endrick coming on.
