The Champions League semi-final draw has been revealed. Defending champions Real Madrid were paired against neighbours Atletico, whilst Monaco got Juventus in the last four.
This means fans won't get to see a repeat of last season's final, with the Madrid Derby set to occur in the semis this time around.
The official result of the #UCLdraw!
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) April 21, 2017
Who will reach the final? pic.twitter.com/ctmsrrB8ip
This match-up will also give Diego Simeone a third change at revenge, having lost twice to their rivals in the Champions League – once in the quarter-finals and once in the final – since their 4-1 defeat in 13/14 in ultimate game.
Los Blancos, who made it into the last four after a controversial win over Bayern Munich, have a golden opportunity to make their second final in as many years. They could also become the first club to win back-to-back titles should they get past Los Rojiblancos.
When Real Madrid and Atlético last met in the #UCL... pic.twitter.com/Masswp6GLz
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) April 21, 2017
Fans were happy not to see another Madrid Derby final, and were just as excited for the second semi-final draw: Monaco vs. Juventus.
These are two exciting European clubs who have made it this far for two opposite reasons. The Ligue 1 outfit have been lethal in attack, with Mbappe and Falcao tearing apart the likes of Man City and Borussia Dortmund.
.@AS_Monaco! Strong team with many talented players & an impressive run this season. We have to be careful, but the goal is clear #UCLDraw
— Sami Khedira (@SamiKhedira) April 21, 2017
Monaco and Juventus have previous in #UCL semi-finals, the Bianconeri winning 6-4 in 1997/98.#UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/YaZICopaIJ
— Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) April 21, 2017
Juventus, despite being deadly up front, are known for their rock-solid back four. They have conceded only two goals so far, and faced Barca and MSN over two legs without letting one goal in.
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid
— Mandar (@Mandar021) April 21, 2017
Monaco vs Juventus
Superb draw! Game on! #UCLdraw
Monaco vs Juventus.
— Sir Phil (@Philosfy) April 21, 2017
Where an unstoppable force (Monaco's attack) meets an immovable object (Juve's defence).
What a semi-final tie!
This will be a great Semi-Final #UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/iV8pOz4RBL
— Ntiino (@Athiee_SA) April 21, 2017
Griezmann will be seeking revenge against Cristiano after the UCL Final of 2016 and Euro 2016. #UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/vgwkd8Xyn1
— TheOnsideRef (@TheOnsideRef) April 21, 2017
20th December 1998:
— BigSport (@BigSportGB) April 21, 2017
Mbappe was born
Buffon played his 110th professional match
What a match up! #UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/Q7ho2OWQOC
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid getting head-head again for semifinals of Champions league #UCLdraw
— Iam Mohamed Farmajo© (@mohamed_Geido) April 21, 2017
Real Madrid Vs Atletico Madrid Yes!
— Abdulsalam Sule (@emmysulesad) April 21, 2017
So sick and tired of seeing Real Madrid Vs Atletico Madrid in the Champions league #UCLdraw
— BLACKtastik (@Blacktastik) April 21, 2017
The first semi-final, between Real Madrid and Atletico, will be played on May 2. Monaco vs. Juventus will occur the following the. The return legs have been written down for the 9th and 10th.
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UEFA Champions League Draw
April 21, 2017 6:00amThis match has ended. Below are the original Live broadcast details for this match.
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