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The inevitability of Real Madrid breaking Atléti hearts in the UCL
Real Madrid and Atlético couldn't be separated over two legs but, when Wednesday's match went to penalties, there was only ever going to be one outcome.


TOP HEADLINES

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
TALKING POINTS
Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSG
So, the round of 16 is over and after some amazing Champions League action, what will happen in the next round? ESPN FC's experts give their knee-jerk picks for the quarterfinals.
How can Arsenal beat Real Madrid?
ESPN FC's Frank Leboeuf explains how Arsenal can beat Real Madrid as the two teams are set to meet in the Champions League quarterfinals.
How far can Aston Villa go in the Champions League?
The ESPN FC crew discuss how far Aston Villa can go in the Champions League after Unai Emery's side reached the quarterfinals.

AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TWO
QUARTERFINALS 2ND LEG
Sailors capitalise on reprieve to hold off Sanfrecce and match historic feat
Lion City Sailors are through to the AFC Champions League Two semifinals after holding off Sanfrecce Hiroshima.d
Sydney FC chief Aubrey reiterates positives of Australia's role in Asian football
Sydney FC chief Mark Aubrey believes football can play a big role in growing Australian ties in Asia.

AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ELITE
ROUND OF 16 2ND LEG
Arif, Suphanat provide contrasting tales of two outstanding ASEAN talents
Two of Southeast Asia's brighest prospects came up head to head in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday.
Suphanat delivers knockout blow as JDT's wait goes on
JDT's wait to reach the last eight of Asian football's premier club competition will go on for another season.

UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE
Man United's Europa League fate depends on a misfiring attack finding the net
Man United's season hinges on advancing in the Europa League, but thanks to their woefully underperforming attack, it's far from guaranteed.
Man United's new stadium: What the 100,000-seater will look like
United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has announced plans to build a new stadium next to Old Trafford.
Núñez miss sums up Liverpool frustration as PSG emerge as Champions League favourites
Liverpool's tense exit from the Champions League was a game to forget for Darwin Núñez. Meanwhile, PSG's Ousmane Dembélé and Gianluigi Donnarumma silenced their critics en route to the quarterfinals.

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ANALYSIS
Xabi Alonso's coaching career at a crossroads after UCL exit
For Xabi Alonso and Leverkusen, this season was all about the Champions League. Now that quest is over, what's next for one of Europe's most in-demand coaches?
Yamal, Raphinha shine as Barcelona pay tribute to team doctor with win
Lamine Yamal and Raphinha were the stars as Barcelona advanced, on a day full of emotions.

DON'T OVERLOOK BAYERN
Bayern aren't at their best, but could still win Bundesliga, Champions League. How?
Are they playing badly, or are their opponents just playing worse? Whatever it is, Bayern Munich could well stumble to winning both the Bundesliga and Champions League this season.

TRANSFERS
Transfer rumors, news: Isak firms as Arsenal's No. 1 target
Goal-shy Arsenal reportedly have Newcastle's Alexander Isak at the top of their summer shortlist. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Fulham's Antonee Robinson addresses Liverpool links
Top Headlines
- Simeone: 'Ball doesn't move' on disallowed pen
- UCL quarterfinals bracket set as Real face Arsenal
- Bellingham: Madrid 'change mentality' in big games
- Dortmund edge Lille to advance to QF with Barça
- 'We want more': Villa dreaming of toppling PSG
- Ange on 2nd season trophy comments: No regrets
- Amorim: Players can't argue with Ratcliffe criticism
- Van Dijk on Liverpool future: 'I have no idea'
- Barça women finish off Madrid to reach Copa final
- Brighton owner buys stake in Melbourne Victory
ASEAN Club Championship
SPORTFIVE How to watch the ASEAN Club Championship
A dozen teams will vie to become Southeast Asia's club champions for the first time in two decades.
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