​Real Madrid set historic European record after Valverde’s dramatic winner against AEK AthensReal Madrid kept their winning streak intact against AEK Athens, securing a late 3-2 victory to make it seven wins in a row for Jose Mourinho’s team.The Greek side pushed Los Blancos to the limit and took the lead twice, only to see Madrid snatch victory in the dying minutes.Federico Valverde’s dramatic winner against AEK Athens on Wednesday was not only worth three points but also highlighted a historic European record.According to LaLigaenDirecto, Real Madrid have now scored 49 goals in the 90th minute or later in European Cup and Champions League history, more than any other club.The important caveat is that these numbers do not include the goals Los Blancos have scored in extra time.Valverde’s winner adds another chapter to Madrid’s European historyThe latest addition to the list came in the 92nd minute against AEK Athens, when the captain unleashed a superb long-range strike to make it 3-2 on the night.Valverde scored a stunner against AEK Athens. (Photo by Milos Bicanski/Getty Images)Los Blancos had already pulled level twice in the game through Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe.The result helped Mourinho’s team preserve their perfect Champions League record this season, with four victories in four games.Late goals have played an important role in Los Blancos pulling off a number of heists in European competition in recent years.Even this season, Mourinho’s side left it late against Roma, scoring three goals in the last 10 minutes to turn a 3-1 deficit into a 4-3 victory.The most iconic of these late goals has to be Sergio Ramos’ stoppage-time equaliser against Atletico Madrid in the 2014 Champions League final.Rodrygo’s incredible late double against Manchester City in the 2022 semi-finals is another significant moment.A mentality that transcends generationsReal Madrid have achieved a European milestone. (Photo by Milos Bicanski/Getty Images)The best part about this goalscoring record for Real Madrid is that it has remained consistent across managers and generations.Madrid are a side that can never be counted out until the final whistle, no matter how much their backs are against the wall.The sheer resilience, refusal to accept defeat and determination to keep fighting until the very end are why Los Blancos have 15 Champions League titles.Now, in their quest for a 16th, Jose Mourinho’s side are showing similar determination and winning games even when they are on the brink of defeat.The AEK Athens win will further motivate the group to keep performing and keep their winning streak intact.They will hope to round off this excellent period with another three points against Valencia this weekend before the squad disperses for the international break.