Barcelona and Atletico Madrid lead in UEFA quarterfinals

Web DeskApril 17, 2024 05:52 AMsports
  • Barcelona vs. PSG at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys
  • Atletico Madrid holds 2-1 aggregate lead over Dortmund
  • UEFA Champions League final to be held at Wembley Stadium
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid lead in UEFA quarterfinalsImage Credits: The Northern Daily Leader
The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal return legs feature Barcelona vs. PSG and Atletico Madrid vs. Dortmund. The road to the final at Wembley Stadium intensifies.

The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal return legs are set to begin with two exciting matchups on Tuesday. Paris Saint-Germain will be facing off against Barcelona, while Dortmund takes on Atletico de Madrid.

In the first leg, Barcelona emerged victorious with a 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain in a thrilling encounter at Parc des Princes. Raphinha's brace played a crucial role in securing the win for Barca. The upcoming clash between the two teams will be held at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona's home ground, with a seating capacity of 60,000 spectators. The match will be officiated by Istvan Kovacs from Romania and is scheduled to kick off at 1900GMT.

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique emphasized the importance of resilience in top-level sports, acknowledging the challenges his team faces. On the other hand, Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández highlighted the role of players in determining the outcome of the match, calling for inspiration and support from the fans at Montjuic.

Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid will be heading to Borussia Dortmund with a 2-1 aggregate lead in the tie. The UEFA Champions League final for the 2023-24 season is slated to take place at London's iconic Wembley Stadium on June 1. Wembley, known as the Home of Football, has a rich history of hosting European Cup finals, having been the venue for seven previous finals.

In conclusion, the upcoming quarterfinal return legs promise intense action and high stakes as the teams battle for a spot in the prestigious UEFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium.

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