Real Madrid's 1011-day reign as Champions League champions ended abruptly after a 4-1 aggregate defeat to Ajax Amsterdam in the round of 16, marking the conclusion of their 13-time title legacy.
The Spanish giants, who entered the second leg with a 2-1 advantage, conceded twice within the first 20 minutes as Hakim Ziyech and David Neres scored to make it 2-0 and 3-2 on aggregate. Ajax extended their lead through Dusan Tadic before Marco Asensio reduced the deficit to 3-1. Lasse Schone's free kick sealed a 5-3 aggregate victory for the Dutch side.
Tottenham secured a 4-1 aggregate progression to the quarterfinals following a 1-0 win over Borussia Dortmund, with Harry Kane scoring the decisive goal.
