Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 (3-0 on Aggregate) to book their first quarter-finals ticket in seven years.
Chelsea who held a 1-0 goal advantage from their first let against Atletico Madrid going into the second leg on Wednesday night, doubled their lead in the first half through a well-worked team goal, that was scored by Hakim Ziyech.
Hakim Ziyech put the hosts firmly in control with a low effort after good work from Kai Havertz and Timo Werner.
Until then their dominance in possession had not translated into chances in front of goal, and in a nervy opening they also appeared fortunate to survive a penalty appeal after visiting winger Yannick Carrasco was pulled back by Blues captain Cesar Azpilicueta.
Italian official Daniele Orsato waved away the claim, and the incident was not examined by VAR.
Chelsea scored the second goal late in the second half, through Emerson which was his first touch as a stoppage-time substitute.
Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid to remain unbeaten in 13 games as they deservedly progressed against an Atletico side that had Stefan Savic sent off late on for elbowing Antonio Rudiger.
Speaking after the game, Thomas Tuchel said:
“It’s most important you feel it and that no one has to convince you – you need to feel it.
“They play with a special bond and performances and results like this give you a certain edge and glue to achieve special things. You can only achieve this through results and experiences.
“I’m pretty sure no one wants to play against us. It’s a super difficult challenge ahead because we are already in the last eight. It’s a big step, but no need to be afraid, we take what we get and prepare as best as possible.”