The match at the Santiago Bernabéu unfolded with Real Madrid taking control and asserting their dominance as the game progressed.
Real Madrid looked superior to Chelsea, especially after a 1-0 scoreline, and extended their lead to 2-0. The visitors had few clear opportunities, with Chelsea’s best moments limited to a one-on-one for Joao Félix and a superb chance for Sterling, both brilliantly stopped by Courtois. Chelsea’s defense also faced a potential setback when Rüdiger cleared a Mount effort on the line, a moment the Blues could barely celebrate.
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Ancelotti’s side initially conceded a mistake that allowed Chelsea to counter, creating danger early on. Yet Madrid steadily settled, turning the tide and showing clear dominance as the match wore on. Following Benzema’s finish after Kepa parried Vinícius’ strike, Madrid appeared comfortable with the distance between the sides.
In the second half, Real Madrid pressed with intent while Chelsea, reduced to ten men after Chilwell’s foul on Rodrygo, faced a tougher task. With the numbers against them and time slipping away, Lampard attempted to recalibrate, but Asensio emerged from the bench to seal the situation with a curling left-footed strike that boosted Madrid’s advantage.
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Asensio doubles the advantage
Courtois saves Madrid. What a stop!
Madrid strikes first. Benzema finishes after a rebound
The Bernabéu rallies behind Fede Valverde
The Bernabéu chants for Fede Valverde, and Madrid’s supporters show their backing for the Uruguayan following the controversy with Baena after the Villarreal match. [Goal España]
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Ancelotti outlines tonight’s lineup
Carlo Ancelotti maintained a composed but focused stance ahead of the quarter-finals. He noted that the quarter-finals of the Champions League are always challenging and that nothing is decided in advance. [Goal España]
— GOAL Spain [@GoalEspana] April 12, 2023
The arrival of the team bus at the Santiago Bernabéu
Chelsea departs the Santiago Bernabéu with their squad
The lineup chosen by Ancelotti for Chelsea as the host team.
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Source: Goal