Uncertainty Reigns in the Tournament
The afternoon in Maspalomas has come to a close, but the tournament is far from settled. With only Juventus and Real Madrid securing their spots in the quarterfinals, the remaining teams have everything to play for on Saturday.
Athletic Misses Opportunity
Athletic had the chance to book their place in the next round but were held to a draw by a resilient Girona. The tie leaves Athletic with four points and Girona with just one. Meanwhile, Penarol pulled off a surprise victory over Villarreal, with the Uruguayans resisting the Spanish side’s attacks to take the win.
Group B: A Thrilling Conclusion Awaits
Group B is set for a dramatic finale, with Juventus topping the group after defeating Valencia. Despite being the current champions of the Vila-real National Tournament, Valencia deserved more from the match. Inter, Las Palmas, and Valencia will all have a chance to secure a quarterfinal spot on Saturday morning. Juventus’s surprise qualification as group leaders has added to the excitement.
Group D: Sevilla Keeps Hopes Alive
Sevilla needed a win after their defeat to Barcelona and managed to edge out Athletic Club. The Andalusians, runners-up in Vila-real, now depend on themselves to advance to the next round. Barcelona, meanwhile, was held to a draw by PSG and will face Athletic Club in their next match.
Real Madrid Secures Quarterfinal Spot
The day concluded with Real Madrid defeating Dortmund to secure their place in the quarterfinals. They will now wait to see whether they finish first or second in the group. Earlier, Betis had showcased their skills with a convincing win over Orlando City, led by the impressive Salva Oñate.