The UEFA Champions League quarterfinals between Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao have been a thrilling spectacle, as the Spanish giants showcased their dominance in front of their home crowd at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

Real Madrid had already secured their spot in the quarter-finals after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over FC Barcelona on Wednesday night, while Athletic Bilbao were looking to bounce back from a disappointing defeat against Villarreal last week.

However, it was Real who struck first, with Zidane's stunning header giving the hosts a 1-0 lead just five minutes into the match.

Bolton Wanderers defender Lucas Hernandez headed past Athletic goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for his second goal of the evening, before Sergio Ramos scored the equaliser in the 59th minute.

It was a remarkable performance from Real Madrid, who had lost all four games they played in this round of the competition, but they proved too much to beat as they continued their domination of the competition.

Bolivia midfielder Nani added a third goal in the 77th minute, sealing the win for the La Liga champions, with Ronaldo netting his first Champions League hat-trick in the process.

Real Madrid showed why they are one of the best teams in Europe, with their performances in this quarter-final being nothing short of sensational.

They showed how they can dominate big-name clubs like Athletic Bilbao, and how they can be dangerous when they need to be. The fact that they were able to secure a 4-1 win in such a dramatic fashion is testament to their resilience and determination.

As Real Madrid continue their quest for a fourth consecutive title, they will face Manchester United in the semi-finals next month. They have certainly shown that they are capable of making history once again, and there is no doubt that they will be a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming campaign.