Real Madrid face another stiff test in their quest to defend their UEFA Champions League title, facing crosstown rivals Atletico Madrid in the round of 16. The reigning champions are in the last 16 after knocking out 2023 winners Manchester City in a 6-3 aggregate win in the knockout phase playoffs,

Real Madrid hold a slender lead over rivals Atletico after a trio of great goals from Rodrygo, Julian Alvarez and Brahim Diaz

Real Madrid has the advantage in the Champions League Round of 16 tie against Atletico Madrid thanks to a 2-1 win at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. The winning