Atletico Madrid has reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since the 2016/17 season, following a thrilling 3-2 aggregate victory over Barcelona. Diego Simeone's side took a 2-0 lead into the second leg, but their advantage was briefly erased within 25 minutes as Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres scored for Barcelona.
However, Atletico regained their composure and restored their aggregate lead through Ademola Lookman's goal, ending Barcelona's hopes of a comeback. The Spanish side will now face the winner of the tie between Arsenal and Sporting in the semi-finals, with the first leg scheduled for April 28 or 29 and the second leg on May 5 or 6. Barcelona's elimination marks the end of their Champions League campaign, despite a promising performance from their young squad.