📸 Last-gasp penalty: the flashpoint of the match

BVB is out! After a 1-4 defeat in the second leg, Dortmund's Champions League journey ends in the intermediate round. 

The most controversial moment of the match happened in the final minute. After a misplaced pass from Kobel, Pasalic got the ball again and crossed it into the middle. Bensebaini, who cleared the ball with his heel, also caught Krstovic in the process, who was left lying on the ground with a bleeding face. 

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After reviewing the footage, referee José María Sánchez Martínez awarded a penalty – Samardzic converted coldly into the corner. 

Although Bensebaini clearly hit his opponent while clearing the ball, the scene is sure to spark debate. The immediate argument was that Krstovic had lowered his head too much for a penalty to be given. 

After the 4-1 victory, Atalanta is now in the round of 16 of the CL and will face either Bayern or Arsenal. 

Now it's your turn: Was the penalty the right decision or not? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments!

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