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Intentional handball by Andres Iniesta sends Atlético Madrid to Champions League semifinal

Poor Iniesta.

Barcelona are out of the UEFA Champions League, and in just about the saddest way possible -- an intentional handball by Andres Iniesta.

Credit: user EzPzJandro on r/soccer

And really, Iniesta had little choice. Had he not blocked this cross, Antoine Griezmann would have had a chance just as good as a penalty, and there was a chance the ref wouldn't catch him. But the referee saw it, awarded a spot kick and Griezmann converted. Atlético Madrid are heading to the Champions League semifinals with a 3-2 aggregate win over Barcelona.

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