Real Madrid beats Liverpool to reach Champions League QF

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Real Madrid has secured a place in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League after defeating Liverpool 3-1 on aggregate.

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The Spanish giants went into the second leg with a 3-1 advantage and held on to secure a goalless draw at Anfield.

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Liverpool created a number of chances throughout the game but were unable to break down a resolute Real Madrid defense.

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The Spanish side, on the other hand, were content to sit back and hit Liverpool on the counter-attack, and they nearly doubled their advantage through a number of close chances.

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The victory represents a significant achievement for Real Madrid, who have struggled with injuries and inconsistent form throughout the season.

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The team's defense was particularly impressive in both legs of the tie, as they kept Liverpool's dangerous attacking trio of Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino, and Mohamed Salah largely in check.

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Real Madrid will now move on to the quarter-finals, where they will face one of the other seven remaining teams in the competition.

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