Joan Peñarroya's first reaction following the defeat to Real Madrid

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Heading into this matchup, home-court advantage was the biggest asset for the Madrid side, as the team had yet to click in the way coach Pedro Martínez envisioned and had been trying to implement. That resulted in a 0-3 record entering the contest, putting heavy pressure on their shoulders. In contrast, the black-and-whites arrived with a perfect 3-0 start and arguably the best team chemistry in the entire competition.

This clash shifted the momentum, delivering Madrid their first victory and handing the black-and-whites their first defeat. Despite some officiating decisions that frustrated the visitors, coupled with clutch moments from Théo Maledon and Facundo Campazzo, the hosts celebrated at the final buzzer.

Peñarroya's team won the second half, but their poor opening half proved costly, as the head coach briefly noted following the game.

In the next round, Madrid travel to face Olimpia Milano, while the Belgrade side host Panathinaikos.

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