Feyenoord’s Euphoria: Controversial Red Card Helps Secure Champions League Progress

Feyenoord Rotterdam players celebrated a hard-worthy qualification for the Champions League round of 16 after drawing 1-1 after drawing 1-1 in the prestigious San Siro.

Thanks to his 1-0 victory in the first phase, the Dutch side, the characteristic of Slovakian defender David Hungo, secured his place in the next phase of the competition. The game took a dramatic turn in the 51st minute when AC Milan’s Theo Hernandez was sent after receiving the second yellow card for simulation in the box. With a numerical advantage, Fennord capitalized, ensuring their progress in the knockout phase, where they will face either inter matching or arsenal.

A Dream Start for Milan That Faded Away

Milan left for a flying start, finding the net just 37 seconds after the kickoff. Santiago Gimnez, a former fynered striker who recently joined AC Milan, got the most in the box for his new club’s first Champions League’s target house for his new club. This was the fastest target of the tournament of this season and lifted additional weight due to his relationship with Feyenoord.

The domestic side dominated the first half while pushing for the second goal. Theo Hernandez shook the woodwork, while Joo Felix and Rafael Leo rescued golden opportunities. Milan’s inability to change its possibilities proved expensive, as the speed moved to the second half.

The match took a decisive turn after the Halftime when Theo Hernandez, already on a yellow card, tried to win a penalty with a dramatic fall inside the box. The referee was made useless and the French Full-Back handed over its second booking, leaving Milan for a war with ten men for about 40 minutes.

Feyenoord took full advantage of the situation. In the 73rd minute, Hugo Buuno gave a pinpoint cross in the box, and Julian caraanza raised the head over defense. With a man, Milan struggled to create a meaningful opportunity, and with the last whistle, Fayenord celebrated his hard -earned merit.