Milan bound: The best photos from Atletico's victory celebration
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Atletico Madrid players were understandably jubilant Tuesday after withstanding a barrage of attempts from Bayern Munich to advance to its second Champions League final in three years.
Related: Atletico upsets Bayern Munich, books Champions League final berth
A club whose defensive impetus and fiery character is embodied by its ebullient manager Diego Simeone, the emotions displayed by the capital club are emblematic of just how monumental its achievement is.
Here's a collection of photos illustrating the collective joy of a side that is often relegated to playing second fiddle to the continent's marquee sides:
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