Heart-stopping Derby! Atlético takes Real Madrid to extra time in Champions League
What a match we experienced at the Metropolitano! Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid gave us another epic derby, this time in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16. As is tradition when these two teams meet, the excitement extended into extra time.
The Rojiblancos came out with everything and Conor Gallagher opened the scoring after 28 seconds, unleashing euphoria in the stands. From there, the match was a constant struggle, with Courtois showing his quality in goal and Real Madrid seeking the equalizer with insistence.
Mbappé earned a penalty that Vinícius failed to convert, sending the ball over the bar. Julián Álvarez and Ángel Correa also had clear chances, but the White defense remained firm. This is now the ninth match between Atlético and Real Madrid that has been decided in extra time since Simeone arrived on the Colchoneros bench, a reflection of the intensity and competitiveness that always characterize these clashes. Keep fighting, Atleti!
