Manchester City vs Real Madrid: Thrilling Draw Sets Up Epic Second Leg
Madrid Match Ends in 4-4 Draw After Extra Time
City Dominates But Fails to Secure Victory
The highly anticipated first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal between Manchester City and Real Madrid lived up to its billing, delivering a thrilling 4-4 draw that has set the stage for an epic second leg in Madrid.
Manchester City, buoyed by a dominant performance in the first half, took an early lead through Kevin De Bruyne's stunning strike. However, Real Madrid showed their resilience by equalizing before the break thanks to a clinical finish from Karim Benzema.
The second half saw a more evenly contested affair, with both teams trading blows. Phil Foden restored City's lead, only for Vinicius Junior to level the scores again.
The match went into extra time, where Riyad Mahrez put City ahead for the third time. However, Rodrygo's late equalizer forced the game to a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, Real Madrid prevailed 3-1, with Thibaut Courtois making two crucial saves. Despite the result, Manchester City will have the advantage of playing at home in the second leg and will be determined to overturn the deficit and secure a place in the final.
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