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Valdano's Reaction to Atlético - Real Madrid Penalties: The Screenwriter...

The Comment with Which Jorge Valdano Expressed His Opinion Regarding the Penalty Shootout of the Derby Between Real Madrid and Atlético

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Didac Aguirre

As expected, the Madrid classic ended up reaching the ultimate consequences. After Conor Gallagher's early goal, the match went to the tense penalty shootout stage. A situation where Real Madrid once again emerged victorious and secured their place in the Champions League quarterfinals.

After this thrilling knockout stage, thousands of people and experts expressed their opinions about the match. One of the most notable was that of former Real Madrid footballer, Jorge Valdano, who surprised with his words. "The scriptwriter no longer knows what to do to keep Madrid moving forward and Atlético unable to deal with their nemesis in Europe."

This reaction implied that, after all the knockout stages between both teams, Real Madrid continues to have its well-known mystique. Emerging victorious from all encounters against Atlético in the Champions League, this match was particular for reaching penalties.

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Valdano's Words

Having played 118 matches with Real Madrid, Jorge Valdano knows what it means to triumph in the white jersey.  Similarly, the former Argentine forward knows the taste of victory against Atlético de Madrid. Always staying ahead of the colchonero team, the recent match between both clubs once again showcased the white team's prowess.

Valdano's comment reflects his stance on this elimination, saying that Real Madrid always comes out on top in these encounters. Despite Atlético de Madrid's confidence in securing victory, Simeone's team once again faced their reality.

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Valdano's words demonstrate that, no matter how many times both clubs face each other, Real Madrid will always achieve victory.  Having eliminated Atlético countless times and defeating them in two Champions League finals, the colchoneros are not up to par.

The Next Chapter

After their advance to the quarterfinals, it became quite clear that Real Madrid, even with their problems, remains superior. No matter how long the match extends or the situations that arise, Atlético will never be able to surpass the best team in the world.

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