Real Madrid vs Manchester City: All You Need to Know
The First Leg Recap
The first leg of the Champions League quarter-final between Real Madrid and Manchester City ended in a thrilling 3-9 draw. Real Madrid took the lead in the 33rd minute through Vinicius Junior, but Manchester City equalized just three minutes later with a goal from Phil Foden. Karim Benzema then put Real Madrid back in front in the 82nd minute, but Riyad Mahrez leveled the score again for Manchester City in the 89th minute.
The Second Leg Preview
The second leg of the tie will be played at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. The teams come into the second leg on even footing, with both teams having a chance to reach the semi-finals. Real Madrid will be hoping to build on their momentum from the first leg, while Manchester City will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing performance in the Premier League last weekend.
Key Players to Watch
Some of the key players to watch in the second leg include Karim Benzema for Real Madrid and Erling Haaland for Manchester City. Benzema has been in excellent form for Real Madrid this season, scoring 15 goals in all competitions. Haaland, on the other hand, has scored 18 goals in all competitions for Manchester City this season. Both players will be looking to make a big impact in the second leg and help their team reach the semi-finals.
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