"It feels like we won a Champions League final"

Dramatic Victory for Academia Sport Madrid as They Triumph over FC Black Stars Basel.

Tuesday afternoon saw Mossens IP witness a spectacle of drama as Academia Sport Madrid from Chile secured a thrilling victory over Swiss side FC Black Stars Basel, thanks to a last-second disallowed offside goal.
– A dream has just turned into reality, says the ecstatic player Martín Marinakis shortly after the final whistle.

After taking the lead in the first half and adding a second goal with only a few minutes left on the clock, the Chilean supporters on the sidelines were already waving their flags, chanting cheers, and drumming in unison. Then came the Swiss response. A quick reduction of the scoreline occurred right after the restart. When FC Black Stars Basel was awarded a free-kick in a promising position, the tension escalated. A few seconds later, the ball found the back of the net via a Swiss header. Suddenly, silence fell over the Chilean camp.

However, the silence only lasted a few brief moments. The offside call and the final whistle followed closely, and the Chilean supporters rushed onto the pitch to embrace their fellow countrymen.
– Those last few minutes were tough, but we managed to keep the team together today, and it all worked out in the end. I am very proud of our performance, adds Marinakis.

The match's dramatic conclusion erupted into a massive celebration when it became clear that the Chileans had secured their first victory in the tournament. For Marinakis, it was an unforgettable experience.
– I will remember this match, the goals, and the celebrations afterwards for my entire life. Right now, it feels like we have won a Champions League final, he exclaims.