At Old Trafford, Manchester United delivered a statement victory, thrashing Real Sociedad 4-1. Bruno Fernandes stole the show with a stunning hat-trick, securing the Red Devils’ spot in the quarter-finals as they chase their first trophy under new manager Ruben Amorim.
Roma, however, suffered a disappointing exit. Athletic Bilbao capitalized on Mats Hummels’ early red card, with Nico Williams scoring twice in a 3-1 victory, eliminating Claudio Ranieri’s side from European competition.
At the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Spurs overturned a first-leg deficit with a 3-1 home victory, thanks to a brilliant brace from Wilson Odobert. Their 3-2 aggregate win kept their European hopes alive.
Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce fought hard after a first-leg defeat, with Sebastian Szymanski scoring in both halves to level the aggregate score. However, their dream ended in a penalty shootout loss to Rangers, as Jack Butland made crucial saves to send the Scottish side through.
Conference League: Chelsea, Fiorentina, and Real Betis Dominate
In the Conference League, Chelsea remained composed, sealing a 1-0 victory over FC Copenhagen at Stamford Bridge. Enzo Fernandez orchestrated the midfield, guiding his team to a 3-1 aggregate win and a place in the next round.
Fiorentina also celebrated an emphatic 3-1 victory over Panathinaikos, with Moise Kean marking his return from injury by scoring a crucial goal. The Italian side advanced with ease, thrilling their home crowd.
Real Betis produced a dominant performance, crushing Vitória Guimarães 4-0 away. Goals from Isco, Antony, and Cédric Bakambu highlighted their attacking prowess, securing their place in the quarter-finals in style.
With the quarter-finals now set, the competition intensifies as clubs chase European glory. The road to the final is heating up, promising more drama in the weeks ahead!
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