Real Madrid CF celebrated youth success after winning the UEFA Youth League final, defeating Club Brugge on penalties, as confirmed by UEFA on their official x handle.
UEFA posted:
đ @realmadrid won the final of the UEFA Youth League, beating Club Brugge on penalties. đ After a 1-1 draw, goalkeeper Javier Navarro made two saves in the shootout to secure Los Blancos their second #UYL title.
Softfootball gathered that After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, goalkeeper Javier Navarro emerged as the hero, making two crucial saves in the shootout to secure Real Madridâs second title in the competition.
The final, held at the Stade de la Tuilière, saw Jacobo give Madrid the lead in a dominant first-half display before Brugge responded.
The triumph marks another milestone for the clubâs academy under coach Ălvaro LĂłpez, highlighting the strength of Madridâs next generation.
However, it was a contrasting story for the senior team. Real Madrid CF dropped vital points in the La Liga title race after conceding a 94th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 draw against Real Betis.
The result leaves them eight points behind FC Barcelona with just five games remaining. To make matters worse, Kylian MbappĂŠ was forced off late with a hamstring issue, adding further concern in a tense run-in.
