Real Madrid 3-1 Manchester City: What Happened in the First Leg?
A Thrilling Encounter at the Bernabeu
Real Madrid and Manchester City played out a thrilling first leg in the Champions League quarter-finals, with the Spanish giants emerging victorious. The match was played at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, and it was a closely contested affair from the start.
Real Madrid Take an Early Lead
Real Madrid took an early lead in the match, with Karim Benzema scoring in the 12th minute. The goal came after a quick counter-attack from the hosts, and Benzema was able to finish from close range. Manchester City tried to respond, but they were unable to find an equalizer in the first half.
Manchester City Fight Back
Manchester City came out stronger in the second half, and they equalized in the 55th minute through Kevin De Bruyne. The Belgian midfielder scored a stunning goal from outside the box, and it looked like City would go on to win the match.
Real Madrid Regain the Lead
However, Real Madrid regained the lead just three minutes later. Vinicius Jr. scored a stunning goal from the left wing, and it gave Real Madrid a 2-1 lead. Manchester City pushed for an equalizer, but they were unable to find a way through the Real Madrid defense.
Benzema Seals the Win
Real Madrid sealed the win in the 82nd minute, when Benzema scored his second goal of the match. The goal came after a fine pass from Luka Modric, and it gave Real Madrid a 3-1 victory. The result leaves Manchester City with a mountain to climb in the second leg, which will be played at the Etihad Stadium on April 17.
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