Through to the quarterfinals of the Youth League

A great match by Juvenil A of Real Madrid to secure their place in the quarterfinals of the Youth League. Our youth team triumphed in the round of 16 against Chelsea at the Alfredo Di Stéfano in a match they dominated from start to finish. The madridistas created numerous chances, but a goal from Yáñez early on was enough to seal the victory. Álvaro López's side will face Sporting CP in the next round on March 17 or 18, again at the Alfredo Di Stéfano.

The match started in the best possible way for our team. The youth squad aimed to take an early lead, and after a goal by Alexis Ciria was disallowed for offside, the first goal arrived. Yáñez received the ball at the edge of the box, set himself up, and his shot went in after deflecting off a rival defender (9’). The visitors responded four minutes later with a shot by Antwi that Voloshyn saved in a one-on-one situation.

The Juvenil A looked to extend their lead, and after the first quarter-hour, Alexis Ciria almost achieved it with a left-footed shot that Bernal saved with a fine stretch. The midfielder tried again in the 26th minute, connecting a shot in the box following a good combination with Roberto that failed to find the target. Both teams continued creating chances, but the goalkeepers ensured the score remained unchanged before halftime.

No goals in the second half
After the break, the youth team continued to dominate, and Mario Rivas and Arnu had two consecutive chances that went wide (47’). Later, Mheuka had Chelsea's best opportunity with a low cross-shot that Voloshyn saved with an excellent dive. Derry tried again six minutes later, but his shot was once again stopped by our goalkeeper. The pace of the match slowed, but the hosts had the chance to extend their lead. In the 82nd minute, Bernal prevented Alexis Ciria's top-corner attempt, and in added time, Jacobo struck a shot from the edge of the box that hit the post. Ultimately, a victory for our team, earning them a spot in the quarterfinals.

LINEUP:
1-Juvenil A: Illia Voloshyn, Fortea (Melvin, 85’), Mario Rivas, Diego Aguado, Lezcano, Diego (I. Gascón, 62’), Roberto (Viega, 72’), Carlos Díez, Yáñez, Alexis Ciria (Liberto, 85’) and Arnu (Jacobo, 72’).
0-Chelsea: Bernal, Antwi, Murray-Campbell, Subuloye, Emenalo, Harrison, Kavuma-McQueen, McMahon (Mahdi, 73’), Mheuka, Walsh (Eboue, 79’) and Derry.

Goals
1-0 (min. 9): Yáñez.

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