This year, the 70th season of the leading European football tournament for Europe's elite clubs is being held under the Swiss system for the first time

Reigning champions Real Madrid reaffirmed their status by beating Atletico Madrid on penalties to book a place in the quarter-finals. The Spanish side won the title for the fifteenth time last year and they have continued to demonstrate their high level of play this season. The return match against Atletico is scheduled for March 12, 2025.

The first meeting with the charges of one of the highest-paid coaches, Diego Simeone, took place at Real Madrid's home stadium, the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid. In the fourth minute, to a loud ovation from the fans, striker Rodrigo opened the scoring. However, in the 32nd minute, Atletico forward Julian Alvarez leveled the score with an impressive goal from a corner. Real Madrid's victory was brought by midfielder Brahim Diaz, who scored the decisive goal in the 55th minute.

According to the Champions League regulations, the winner gets the right to participate in the next tournament in 2026 and the opportunity to compete for the UEFA Super Cup 2025. Don't miss your chance to witness the biggest European football event: right now you can purchase tickets for the 2024-2025 Champions League final match in Munich in any way convenient for you, including online purchase.