Real Madrid and Manchester City Play Out Epic Champions League Draw
Thrilling Night at the Bernabeu
Action-Packed Semi-Final First Leg
WEB Tue 09 Apr 2024 2300
Football fans witnessed a thrilling match at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, as Real Madrid and Manchester City played out a dramatic 3-3 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.
The match was filled with end-to-end action, with both teams creating numerous chances throughout. Real Madrid took an early lead through a stunning strike from Karim Benzema, but City responded with two goals from Riyad Mahrez and Phil Foden.
However, the home side refused to give up and fought back with goals from Vinicius Junior and Benzema, the latter of which came in spectacular fashion with a sublime overhead kick.
The match was eventually decided by a penalty shootout, with Real Madrid emerging victorious 4-3. The result leaves the tie in the balance ahead of the second leg at the Etihad Stadium next week.
WEB Wednesday 17 April 2024 2301 UK
In the second leg of their Champions League semi-final, Real Madrid produced a dominant display to beat Manchester City 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
The Spanish giants controlled the game from the start and took the lead through a stunning goal from Karim Benzema in the first half. City equalized through Gabriel Jesus, but Real Madrid responded with two more goals from Rodrygo and Marco Asensio to seal the victory.
The result means Real Madrid will now face Liverpool in the final of the Champions League on May 28.
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