Diaz Delivers Late Drama as Real Madrid Edge Atletico 2-1 in Champions League Tie

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In a thrilling Madrid derby, Brahim Diaz scored a stunning late winner to give Real Madrid a narrow 2-1 lead over city rivals Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash.

Rodrygo opened the scoring for Real Madrid just four minutes into the match, but Atletico responded in the 32nd minute with a spectacular strike from Julian Alvarez. The game seemed headed for a draw until Diaz, a former Manchester City player, netted the decisive goal, sending the home crowd into raptures.

The result gives Real Madrid a slight advantage heading into the second leg, with both teams set to battle it out for a place in the quarter-finals.


Other Champions League Results

In other Champions League action, Aston Villa secured a 3-1 victory at Club Brugge, while Borussia Dortmund were held to a 1-1 draw by Lille.

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