Madrid host Atletico Madrid in the UEFA champions League Round 16 first leg match at Santiago Bernabeu, Real madrid won 2-1.
Rodrygo opened the scoring for Carlo Ancelotti’s side in the fourth minute with a spectacular solo goal. The Brazilian winger ran down the right hand side of the pitch before finding the back of the net with a dazzling left footed strike.
Julian Alvarez find a chance in the box, the Argentine striker scored a right footed curler from the edge of the penalty area in the 32nd minute to level the game for Atletico.
But Brahim Diaz’s turn to strike. The Morocco international showcased some crafty footwork before finding the back of the net with a low right-footed effort. Los Merengues managed a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Madrid maintain the possession and often controlled the tempo of the game. Real Madrid also had seven shots on target throughout the match. With a win at home, Real Madrid now has advantage against the second leg of the game next week.