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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.

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Did Julián Alvarez touch the ball twice for his penalty?

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Burley: Real Madrid's front three were awful

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Is there tension between Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

Asian Football Confederation

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.

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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.

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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.

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Nicol admits 'the best team went through' as PSG eliminate Liverpool

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How PSG have become stronger contenders without Kylian Mbappe

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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?

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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.

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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.

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Fulham's Antonee Robinson addresses Liverpool links

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