Brahim Diaz scored the winner in the second half as Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie Tuesday.
Real Madrid got off to a great start as Rodrygo scored four minutes in.
Atletico Madrid fought back and equalized with a beautiful goal from Julian Alvarez in the 32nd.
Brahim Diaz then scored in the 55th minute by finding a tiny gap in the box and slotting a low angled shot past Atletico’s goalie Jan Oblak.
This capital derby match showed the intensity of the rivalry and the unpredictability of Spanish football.
This was a scrappy, hard fought match with both teams adapting for the return leg at Atletico’s Metropolitano next week.
Real Madrid’s attacking flair and pressure have been evident in their recent Champions League matches where UEFA stats show 2.4 goals per game.
The twists and turns in this match shows how high the stakes are in derbies where competitive spirit and tactics come together to produce magic moments.
It’s not just about the result but about the skill and determination of top level European football.
The match report is based on trusted sources and verified stats, so it’s accurate and knowledgeable.