Great matches yesterday...

So Atletico Madrid didn't manage to win or get a draw against Real Madrid, but it was still a great match to watch, and it is obvious that the return match will be interesting. Of course, I doubt that Atletico Madrid can beat Real Madrid, but still, anything is possible, and I would say that during most of the match yesterday, both teams were even and just as good as the other team, meaning that the win can blow in both directions as they play the return match at Wanda Metropolitano soon. This is a stadium frequently used for concerts and other events, besides football matches, but in one week, it will all be about whether Julian Alvarez or Brahim Diaz, Bellingham, and Mbappe will be the biggest heroes as the match comes to an end.

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What was the match like?

In the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg on March 4, 2025, Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The match featured early action, with Rodrygo scoring for Real Madrid just four minutes into the game. Atlético Madrid responded with an equalizer from Julián Álvarez, who delivered a curling shot to level the score. The decisive moment came in the second half when Brahim Díaz showcased his skill by maneuvering through the defense and scoring the winning goal for Real Madrid.

Throughout the match, Real Madrid maintained 60% possession, attempted 23 shots with 9 on target, and earned 6 corner kicks. In contrast, Atlético Madrid held 40% possession, made 10 goal attempts with 1 on target, and secured 1 corner kick. Defensively, Atlético's goalkeeper Jan Oblak made 8 saves, while Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois was less tested, facing fewer direct threats.

This result gives Real Madrid a narrow advantage heading into the second leg at the Metropolitano Stadium, with both teams preparing for another intense encounter.