UEFA Youth League: Real Madrid Overcome Stuttgart to Reach Quarter-finals

Los Blancos Secure 2-1 Victory in Germany

Madrid, Spain

Real Madrid's youth team continued their impressive run in the UEFA Youth League, booking their place in the quarter-finals with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over VfB Stuttgart in Germany on Wednesday. Despite facing a spirited challenge from the hosts, Real Madrid's superior quality ultimately prevailed. The visitors took the lead in the 25th minute through Alvaro Rodriguez, who tapped in from close range after a well-worked move. Stuttgart responded well and pulled level just seven minutes later. Mateo Klimowicz finished off a flowing team move, firing low into the bottom corner from the edge of the area. The second half was a tense affair, with both teams pushing for the winning goal. Real Madrid eventually broke the deadlock in the 75th minute. Sergio Arribas's cross from the left found Rodriguez at the back post, and the striker made no mistake from close range. Stuttgart pressed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but Real Madrid held on to secure the victory. The win means that Los Blancos will face either Manchester City or Sporting Lisbon in the quarter-finals. Real Madrid's youth team has been in impressive form throughout the UEFA Youth League campaign, winning all six of their group stage matches. They will be hoping to continue their strong run and reach the latter stages of the competition.