Atletico Madrid triumphed over Barcelona with a 3-2 aggregate victory to secure a place in the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2017. Despite losing the second leg 2-1 at home, Atletico's earlier 2-0 win in the first leg proved decisive. Barcelona started strong, with Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres scoring within the first 24 minutes, leveling the aggregate score. However, Atletico responded with a goal from Ademola Lookman in the 31st minute, regaining their aggregate lead. The match turned in Atletico's favor when Barcelona defender Eric Garcia was sent off late in the game, limiting their ability to push for a third goal. Atletico's victory marks a significant achievement, as they have never won the Champions League, having lost in the finals of 2014 and 2016. They will now prepare to face either Arsenal or Sporting Lisbon in the next round.