Atletico Madrid Advances to Champions League Quarter-Finals

Atletico Madrid progressed to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals despite losing 3-2 to Tottenham Hotspur in the second leg of their last 16 tie on Wednesday. The aggregate score was 7-5 in favor of Atletico.

Diego Simeone's side fell behind three times during the match, with Randal Kolo Muani opening the scoring for Tottenham. Julian Alvarez quickly equalized, but Xavi Simon's goal gave Spurs hope.

David Hancko restored parity with a stoppage-time penalty, but Atletico's earlier goals from Alvarez and Hancko ensured their survival in this tense encounter. Atletico Madrid will now face FC Barcelona in the quarter-finals, who thrashed Newcastle United 7-2 in their last 16 tie.

Tottenham currently struggles in 16th place in the Premier League, with interim coach Igor Tudor attempting to refocus the team to avoid relegation.