Manchester City and Real Madrid Clash in UEFA Champions League Quarter-finals
First Leg Ends in Thrilling 3-3 Draw
Manchester City and Real Madrid will face off in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League Quarter-final match on April 17, 2024, at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England. The first leg of the tie ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid.
Bernardo Silva Gives City Early Lead
City took an early lead in the first leg through Bernardo Silva, who scored in the second minute. However, Real Madrid fought back and equalized through a Ruben Dias own goal in the 14th minute. Rodrygo then gave Real Madrid the lead in the 79th minute, before Phil Foden equalized for City in the 81st minute.
Second Leg Promises More Excitement
The second leg of the tie is expected to be just as exciting as the first. City will be looking to win at home and secure their place in the semi-finals, while Real Madrid will be hoping to overturn the deficit and progress. Both teams have a wealth of experience in the Champions League, and the match is sure to be a close and entertaining affair.
Team News
City will be without the suspended Kevin De Bruyne, while Real Madrid will be without the injured Karim Benzema. However, both teams have a strong squad and will be confident of victory.
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