Antonio Rüdiger did it again. The German center-back, just like in last season’s shootout at the Etihad, stepped up to take Real Madrid’s fifth penalty, securing their spot in the Champions League quarterfinals. There was a moment of suspense as Oblak guessed the right direction and got a hand to the ball, but it clipped the post and went in. In that instant, as the Metropolitano crowd watched in disbelief, the number 22 launched into a 100-meter sprint after 120 minutes of exhausting play.

Fueled by adrenaline and relieved of all pressure, Rüdiger’s mad dash ignited the celebrations for Los Blancos. However, the joyous moment was interrupted by bottles thrown onto the pitch. One of them was humorously headed by Bellingham, unaware if it was full, after leaping for joy. Meanwhile, Vinicius, draped in a warm coat, placed it on the ground and gestured towards the stands, signaling, “Here, here.” Rodrygo broke out into a celebratory Brazilian dance to dodge the incoming bottles, while Jude and Ceballos, one of the most animated figures on the sidelines, began dancing together in celebration.

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