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Real Madrid Advances Despite Draw with Leipzig

The team faces scrutiny over performance and Ancelotti's off-field issues.

Leipzig outplayed Real for much of the game.
Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF is celebrating his goal during the Champions League match between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on March 6, 2024. (Photo by Ma de Gracia Jimenez) (Photo by DAX Images/NurPhoto via AP)
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Overview

  • Real Madrid advances to the Champions League quarterfinals after a 1-1 draw with RB Leipzig, securing a 2-1 aggregate victory.
  • Despite the draw, Real Madrid faced criticism for a lackluster performance, with coach Carlo Ancelotti acknowledging the need for improvement.
  • Leipzig posed a significant challenge, missing several key opportunities and hitting the crossbar in the final moments of the match.
  • Ancelotti's tactical decisions and the team's formation were questioned, as Madrid struggled to control the game.
  • The match occurred amidst allegations of tax fraud against Ancelotti by Spanish tax authorities, adding off-field distractions.