In a decisive UEFA Champions League playoff match on February 18, 2025, Club Brugge defeated Atalanta 3-1 in Bergamo, securing their spot in the last 16 with a 5-2 aggregate victory. citeturn0search2
Club Brugge’s 18-year-old forward, Chemsdine Talbi, was instrumental, scoring two goals in the first half. Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman netted early in the second half but later missed a crucial penalty, which was saved by Simon Mignolet.
Atalanta’s captain, Rafael Toloi, was sent off in the 86th minute after a confrontation with Maxim De Cuyper. citeturn0news16
Club Brugge’s coach, Nicky Hayen, expressed confidence in his team’s quality and teamwork, stating that their progress in the Champions League was expected. citeturn0news18
Atalanta’s manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, criticized Lookman’s decision to take the penalty, citing his poor record in training. citeturn0news17
Club Brugge now advances to the Champions League last 16, awaiting their next opponent. citeturn0news18
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