Madrid is celebrating the success of its two major football clubs after Atletico Madrid ensured a historic Champions League final derby against cross-town rival Real Madrid.
Atletico’s 3-1 victory at Chelsea saw it progress to its first European Cup final in 40 years, where record nine-time champion Madrid awaits after crushing title holder Bayern Munich 5-0 over two legs.
Spanish media hailed the feat, with sports daily Marca’s headline touting “A Spanish Champion,” while El Mundo said “Madrid wins the Champions” League.
Atletico is on the verge of a historic double as it closes in on its first Spanish league title in 18 years, while Madrid is chasing a treble after winning the Copa del Rey against Barcelona.
