Real Madrid vs Manchester City: All You Need to Know Ahead of the Second Leg
What Went Down in the First Leg
The first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal between Real Madrid and Manchester City ended in a thrilling 3-9 draw. City took an early lead through Phil Foden, but Real Madrid fought back with two goals from Karim Benzema and one from Vinicius Junior. Jack Grealish scored a late away goal for City to leave the tie finely poised heading into the second leg.
Key Moments from the First Leg
- Phil Foden gave City an early lead with a well-taken goal in the 9th minute.
- Karim Benzema equalized for Real Madrid in the 19th minute with a clinical finish.
- Vinicius Junior put Real Madrid ahead in the 51st minute with a stunning solo effort.
- Benzema scored his second of the game in the 82nd minute to give Real Madrid a 3-1 lead.
- Jack Grealish pulled a goal back for City in the 90th minute to leave the second leg wide open.
The second leg of the tie will be played on April 17 at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The match is expected to be another close encounter, with both teams having a chance to progress to the semifinals.
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