The Spanish newspapers published early Thursday, celebrated Real Madrid becoming close to qualifying for the semi-finals of the current version of the European Champions League. Real Madrid thrashes Chelsea3-0 on Wednesday evening at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in the first leg. Quarterfinals. "Marca" newspaper cover story read as follows: Good day. Benzema and Asensio lead the way to the semi-finals, Chilwell was sent off directly. The newspaper added, "Courtois prevents Chelsea from draw before the Meringues scored the second goal... Stamford Bridge will decide which club will qualify on Tuesday."
As the Spanish newspaper “AS” wrote: “A giant step, Real Madrid beats Chelsea and is close to the semi-finals,”. The newspaper added: “Benzema’s record, Asensio, and Vinicius has become the nightmare of the Londoners.”
The return match is scheduled to take place in the stronghold of the Blues, Stamford Bridge on April 18.