Real Madrid will take an advantage into the second leg of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 tie against Atletico Madrid, who they beat 2-1 on Tuesday in a competitive clash. The reigning champions got off to a quick start as Rodrygo scored just four minutes into the game,

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio was asked which goal he preferred from Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz against Atletico Madrid in the UCL.

The opposition’s tactical execution and reaction can also be a stumbling block, even if the idea fits the situation. That was the case in Real Madrid’s 2-1 win against Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie — when Federico Valverde almost entirely nullified Atleti’s plan down the left.