Real Madrid secured an important victory against Atalanta (3-2) in the Champions League group stage, a crucial win to keep their hopes of qualification alive. Despite a shaky start, Real Madrid has shown signs of recovery, causing reactions in the media, especially SER.
The Victory against Atalanta
The match against Atalanta was a real challenge for Real Madrid, which couldn't afford another slip-up. Despite the ups and downs of the season, Ancelotti's team managed a vital win.
The goals from the Madrid players were enough to put them in a more favorable position in the group, although still with limited options to finish among the top eight. Nevertheless, the possibility of advancing to the next phase as one of the top 24 teams remains real.
Real Madrid's image in the Champions League has improved and this victory against Atalanta fuels fans' hopes. Despite the narrow win, luck was on the whites' side, especially after Retegui's miss in the 94th minute.
Manu Carreño and SER's Opinion
After the match, Manu Carreño and his team on SER quickly analyzed the result and what it meant for Real Madrid's future. Carreño was clear in his assessment: "Madrid had to win no matter what. There's no match they've played perfectly this season in the Champions League," he commented, referring to Ancelotti's team's inconsistency in the competition.
This analysis by Carreño was marked by the context of Real Madrid's historic comebacks, a team that has managed to overcome difficult moments in previous editions of the Champions League. "It's the first step towards the sixteenth," he stated, alluding to what would be their sixteenth Champions League title.
The Superstition and Expectations of Madrid Fans
In a more relaxed and humorous tone, Manu Carreño shared a personal anecdote with his listeners. He assured that a friend of his had already booked tickets for the Champions League finals after the "stroke of luck" experienced in the 94th minute. "He just told me he's booked the trip to Munich and the tickets for May 30th," Carreño revealed, which caused laughter among the collaborators.
These reactions, full of optimism, are common among Real Madrid fans, who see every victory as a step towards the Champions League. For many, Retegui's miss is just another sign that the team is destined to overcome any obstacle on their way to the sixteenth European Cup.