Vinicius Junior’s flawless penalty run for Real Madrid came to an end in dramatic fashion as he missed his first spot-kick for Los Blancos in a tense Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid.
With Real Madrid trailing 1-0 on the night and the tie level at 2-2 on aggregate, the Brazilian stepped up but couldn’t convert, handing Atletico a crucial advantage. The miss piled pressure on Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who were desperate to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
Despite the setback, Real Madrid refused to back down. After extra time ended with no change to the scoreline, the match went to a penalty shootout. This time, the Spanish giants held their nerve, winning 4-2 from the spot to seal their place in the next round.
Vinicius, who has been a key figure for Madrid this season, will likely feel relieved as his teammates stepped up when it mattered most.
With their Champions League hopes still alive, Los Blancos march forward, leaving the dramatic penalty scare behind them.
