Atlético Madrid secured a stunning 5-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie, putting themselves firmly in the quarterfinals. The game saw Tottenham goalkeeper Antonín Kinsky substituted after just 17 minutes following shocking errors that gifted Atlético three goals in the opening 15 minutes. Diego Simeone's side took a 4-0 lead by halftime, with Pedro Porro scoring the fourth goal. The result represents a significant blow for Tottenham manager Igor Tudor, whose team faces a daunting task to avoid relegation in the Premier League while also needing to overcome the humiliation of this performance in the return leg at the Emirates.

The Metropolitano Stadium, a fortress for Atlético this season, witnessed a performance that left many fans and observers questioning Tottenham's current state.