UCL: Lille Stun Atletico Madrid 3-1 with David's Late Heroics

Atletico Madrid Suffer Champions League Setback Against Lille

Lille now boasts six Champions League points...

Jonathan David's two goals, including a contentious penalty, propelled Lille to a 3-1 Champions League win at Atletico Madrid, leaving Diego Simeone's side with just one win in three European outings.

Lille secured a stunning 3-1 Champions League victory at Atletico Madrid, thanks to Jonathan David's late brace. The Canadian forward's goals sealed the win after Edon Zhegrova's stunning equalizer canceled out Julian Alvarez's early opener.

A contentious penalty decision in the 71st minute sparked controversy. Despite Atletico's protests and a VAR review, the referee awarded the spot-kick, which David calmly converted. His second goal, deflected past Jan Oblak in the 89th minute, sealed the win.

Lille now boasts six Champions League points, including an impressive victory over Real Madrid. Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, faces an uphill battle with just one win in three European outings and a daunting trip to Paris St-Germain next.

Post Match Analysis 

Lille's impressive win highlights their growing Champions League ambitions, while Atletico Madrid's struggles continue. Diego Simeone's side must regroup before facing Paris St-Germain in their next European test.