Vinicius Delivers Last Laugh in News of Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid Clash

In a dramatic encounter in the Madrid Derby, Real Madrid triumphed over Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, despite Vinicius Jr.’s frustrating performance that included a missed penalty and an early substitution.

The clash at the Metropolitano was not just intense but filled with drama, controversy, and showmanship. Ultimately, Real Madrid emerged victorious, knocking Atletico Madrid out of the UEFA Champions League on penalties.

Faced with a 2-1 first-leg deficit, Atletico Madrid came out flying, taking an early lead within just 30 seconds of the match. After this quick strike, Diego Simeone’s side adopted a more cautious strategy, allowing Real Madrid to control possession but struggling to create clear chances as Atletico’s defense held firm.

The pivotal moment came in the 70th minute when a penalty was awarded to Real Madrid after Clement Lenglet fouled Kylian Mbappe in the box. However, Vinicius Jr. stepped up to take the penalty but unfortunately sent the ball high and wide, igniting celebrations among the home fans. With no more goals, the match proceeded into extra time, where both teams were unable to score, leading to a penalty shootout.

Penalty Controversy: Real Madrid Prevail in Shootout

The shootout was chaotic, highlighted by the controversial moment when Julian Alvarez‘s penalty was disallowed due to a double touch during his run-up.

As Real Madrid took control, Lucas Vazquez’s miss temporarily revived Atletico’s hopes, but Marcos Llorente also missed, paving the way for Antonio Rudiger to score the decisive penalty and send Real Madrid into the quarter-finals.

This victory set up a clash against Arsenal in the next round, while Atletico was left to ponder another painful exit from European competition.

Revenge Served Late: Vinicius Fires Back at Atletico Fans

Despite a night of frustration for Vinicius—marked by a missed penalty and an earlier substitution—he made sure to have the last word. After being substituted, he pointed to the “15” badge on his Real Madrid shirt, referencing the club’s record 15 Champions League titles, compared to Atletico’s zero.

After securing the win, Vinicius went a step further by laying a Real Madrid jacket on the pitch, ensuring the club’s badge was prominently displayed while delivering a pointed message to the home crowd: “go home.”

His message was sharp and resonated deeply with fans, showcasing his ability to relish in moments of revenge after being jeered throughout the match.