Atletico Madrid's continual struggles against their city rivals Real Madrid in European competitions have reached a painful climax during this latest encounter. Despite various attempts, including a nail-biting match that went to penalties, Atletico's history of loss compiles a psychological burden that intensifies with each game. The latest confrontation featured a goal within the first minute and a missed penalty that compounded Atletico's despair, especially with a controversial VAR decision ruling out a potential equalizer. The narrative of heartbreak extends over decades, exemplifying a rivalry marred by Atletico's failure to achieve victory when it matters most.
Atletico Madrid's continuous defeat in European showdowns against Real Madrid remains a constant source of pain, exemplified by their heartbreaking losses in finals and shootouts.
The psychological burden deepened as Atletico faced an incredibly tough defeat, with the added cruelty of a VAR ruling out a crucial penalty that could have shifted the outcome.
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