Atlético Madrid advances after a dramatic shootout win over Inter Milan, with Oblak’s two crucial saves securing the victory.

Atlético Madrid secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals in a tense and thrilling match against Inter Milan. After a 2-1 extra time victory in the second leg of the last-16 tie at Wanda Metropolitano, the teams were level 2-2 on aggregate, sending the match to a penalty shootout.

The game was packed with excitement as Inter Milan took the lead through Federico Dimarco’s 33rd-minute goal. However, Atlético responded swiftly, with Antoine Griezmann finding the net just two minutes later to make it 1-1. The match remained tied, and in the 87th minute, Memphis Depay scored the go-ahead goal for Atlético, giving them a 2-1 lead going into extra time. Despite Inter’s best efforts, Atlético managed to hold onto the lead.

With the aggregate score still 2-2 after extra time, the match was decided by penalties. Jan Oblak became the hero, saving two key penalties during the shootout. His stops, including a crucial save against Romelu Lukaku, ensured Atlético’s 3-2 win in the shootout and sent them through to the next round.

Atlético Madrid’s victory was a testament to the resilience of their squad and the crucial role played by their goalkeeper. Oblak’s performance will be remembered as a key moment in the club’s Champions League run this season.