Tiago Petaric, the midfielder for Real Madrid, expressed his happiness in participating in Real Madrid's 2-1 victory over Benfica in the second leg of the playoff to qualify for the Champions League round of 16, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

He said after the match: "I am very happy to play in this stadium and with this club, which I consider the best in the world. It's like a dream, as if I'm wearing virtual reality glasses."

He added, "Not long ago, I was playing with them in a football video game, and today I'm playing with them in real life. It's a dream come true."

The young player concluded: "I believe that the work being done with the youth categories is clearly evident. As players coming from the academy, we are taking advantage of the opportunities given to us, and it seems we are doing well. I hope we continue on this path."