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Fernando Torres' Great Finish Gives Atlético Shocking Lead Over Barcelona

by Adam Silvers
Reuters / Albert Gea

Much to the surprise of everyone watching at home and everyone inside the Nou Camp, striker Fernando Torres just gave Atlético Madrid the lead against Barcelona in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.

The goal was a fantastic finish after a brilliant ball through from Atlético's Koke. The away goal could be crucial depending on how the rest of the two-legged affair plays out.

In a shocking turn of events, Atlético Madrid's goalscorer, Fernando Torres, has just been sent off after receiving a second yellow card.

Atletico currently clings to a 1-0 lead with the second half still to play.

Citations: GOAL! TORRES! (Streamable)