Late Penalty Controversy Gives Club Brugge Edge Over Atalanta

Club Brugge claimed a contentious 2-1 win over Atalanta in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase playoff. Ferran Jutglà put Brugge ahead, but Mario Pasalic equalized just before halftime. The match appeared to be heading for a draw until Gustaf Nilsson was awarded and converted a disputed penalty in stoppage time, leaving Atalanta enraged. The penalty decision followed minimal contact between Nilsson and Isak Hien, igniting fierce discussions. Atalanta's coach Gian Piero Gasperini left the pitch in frustration before the final whistle. The return leg in Bergamo next Tuesday is set to be intense, with the winner facing either Lille or Aston Villa in the round of 16.

Source: Reuters