Tension in Spain As Police Intervene After Manchester City and Atletico Madrid Players Clash in Tunnel

• Things got heated after the UEFA Champions League clash between Atletico Madrid and Manchester City at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium on Wednesday, April 13
• Police officers dashed through the Wanda Metropolitano tunnel to separate Jack Grealish and Stefan Savic after a brawl between both players
• Manchester City progressed to the semi-finals of the Champions League on a 1-0 aggregate scoreline after holding Atletico to a goalless draw

Police had to be called upon to put an end to the scuffle between Manchester City and Atletico Madrid players as things got heated up after their second-leg Champions League game.

The Citizens had frustrated Atletico Madrid to a goalless draw and earned a semi-final ticket to the UEFA Champions League ahead of the Spanish champions.

According to a report via the Express, Jack Grealish and Stefan Savic had to be separated by Spanish police following a brawl that ensued between both teams after the final whistle of their quarter-final clash.

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The brawl commenced when Atletico Madrid defender, Felipe got his marching orders following a harsh tackle on Phil Foden in added time which led to a scuffle between both teams.

Atletico Madrid were clearly the better team on the night and pushed for a goal to tie the game but were unfortunate with many missed chances with City bent on defending.

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The Spaniard will be hoping to win his first Champions League trophy with the Citizens after failing in last season’s final when they lost 1-0 to Chelsea.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported Manchester City kept their cool at the Wanda Metropolitano to advance to the semi final of the Champions League at the expense of Atletico Madrid.

Leading 1-0 from the first leg, Pep Guardiola’s side produced a disciplined and at times solid performance on Wednesday, April 13 to keep out their opponents on the night.

The game was anything but easy for the Etihad club as they had to endure 90 minutes of intimidation and hostility from the Atletico fans, as well as a physical performance from the home team.