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The match between Atlético de Madrid and Chelsea was played in Romania due to coronavirus restrictions in Spain.
While both teams prioritize understanding the defense in the first half; Chelsea seemed more aggressive.
Atlético de Madrid only fired 1 shot at the rival goal during the first half. The Spanish team had the fewest number of shots against rival goal since the Champions League semi-final match against Real Madrid in the 2016-17 season (1 shot in that match).
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In the 69th minute, Giroud aired the nets with a classy serve goal; however, the referee showed offside first. Following the VAR review, the French player’s goal was deemed valid and Chelsea went 1-0 ahead.
Oliver Giroud scored his sixth goal in the Champions League this season. After Erling Haalhand (8 goals), it should be noted that the experienced forward who scored the most goals in the arena of the giants scored his points away from home. Giroud previously managed to air the networks in the matches of Seville (4) and Rennes.
Atlético de Madrid and Sevilla have scored 16 goals in 23 matches in the Spanish League, and became the league teams that conceded the fewest goals. Giroud scored a total of 5 goals against these two teams.
After retreating, Atlético de Madrid showed a more aggressive football; Chelsea tried to come to a conclusion with sudden attacks. The efforts of both teams were unsuccessful and Chelsea won the match 1-0.
The rematch of the match will be played on March 17 in London.
