Real Madrid battled their way to the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals after a heart-stopping penalty shootout against city rivals Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. 🔥 The tie ended 2-2 on aggregate after extra time, with Antonio Rüdiger sealing the 4-2 shootout victory in front of a roaring crowd at the Metropolitano Stadium. 💥
Atletico’s early goal from Conor Gallagher kept hopes alive, but drama unfolded late when Vinicius Jr. missed a crucial penalty. ⚡ Controversy struck as Julian Alvarez’s shootout attempt was ruled out for a double touch, sparking furious protests. 🚨 Real goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois admitted it was a 'lottery' but praised his team’s resilience.
🎙️ 'We didn’t play our best, but advancing is what matters,' Courtois told Movistar Plus. The victory keeps Real Madrid on track for a historic 16th European Cup. 💫
