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The intense Madrid derby between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 heads into extra time after a dramatic second-leg at the Metropolitano Stadium ended with Atletico leading 1-0, leaving the overall score tied at 2-2.
Atletico Madrid struck early through Julian Alvarez, quickly leveling the aggregate at 2-2 after Real’s initial 2-1 win at Santiago Bernabeu. The hosts had more chances, yet Alvarez couldn't extend the lead further.
Real Madrid intensified pressure in the second half but faced tough opposition from Atletico’s disciplined defense. The visitors’ best opportunity came in the 69th minute when Vinicius Junior dramatically missed a penalty, failing to capitalize on a decisive opportunity.
Real continued to dominate possession and territory but found Atletico’s defensive organization too strong to break down again. The teams remained deadlocked, forcing extra time to decide who progresses to the Champions League quarter-finals.
The result is still open, leaving everything to play for in an exciting finale to this fierce Madrid rivalry in Europe.