Real Madrid vs Manchester City final score, result (UEFA Champions League): unpredictable situation

Real Madrid

W W W W W

1^st place

1

Real Madrid - Man City

05/09/2023 19:00

UEFA Champions League

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Man City

D D D W

1^st place

1

Real Madrid vs Manchester City Highlights

Kevin De Bruyne equalized for Manchester City in the Champions League semifinal against Real Madrid after Vinicius Junior gave the home team and defending champions the lead at the Santiago Bernabeu.

City had suffered a dramatic defeat in last season's semifinals in Madrid, but they started the game by dominating the proceedings. Thibaut Courtois made saves to deny De Bruyne and Rodri, and also made a couple of routine stops against Erling Haaland. As the contest progressed, Madrid grew into the game, and after Ruben Dias made a crucial block to thwart Karim Benzema, Vinicius unleashed a powerful shot from 25 yards to score his 15th Champions League goal and put the defending champions in control.

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Real Madrid vs Manchester City Highlights

Carlo Ancelotti's team took the upper hand in the second half, with City's defense resorting to last-ditch efforts. However, De Bruyne once again showcased his ability to perform in big games by unleashing a blistering low drive from long distance.

Benzema forced a brilliant save from Ederson as time ran out, while Haaland's impact was minimal after David Alaba made an excellent block on the Norwegian star early in the second half.

Ederson also denied substitute Aurelien Tchouameni's powerful strike to ensure that the teams will meet again in Manchester with the score level at 1-1 in eight days' time.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City Summary

The UEFA Champions League (UCL) semifinal between Real Madrid and Manchester City ended in a draw at the halfway point, setting the stage for an exciting showdown at the Etihad Stadium next week.

Manchester City, visiting the renowned Santiago Bernabéu, could have opted for a cautious approach. However, they did the opposite by dominating possession and keeping Madrid firmly in their own half. Kevin De Bruyne was the first to test the goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, with a powerful shot, signaling City's growing confidence. Then, Erling Haaland quickly unleashed two shots in succession, showcasing his ability to trouble even the best defenses in Europe.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City Summary

Madrid struggled to create meaningful attacking opportunities, but when Vinícius Júnior seized upon Rodri's casual pass, only a last-ditch block from Rúben Dias prevented Karim Benzema from scoring his 30th goal of the season. Despite Madrid's limited attacking intent, their history in this competition is unmatched, and Vinícius once again demonstrated their UCL magic by unleashing a spectacular long-range strike from 25 yards that eluded Ederson's desperate dive.

At halftime, City boss Pep Guardiola likely urged his team to continue their performance, and they nearly got off to a perfect start in the second half when De Bruyne made a clever run but was denied by Courtois. The two Belgians clashed again, and this time it was De Bruyne who emerged victorious, unleashing a powerful shot from outside the box to equalize and set up an intense final 20 minutes.

The equalizer seemed to awaken Madrid, driven by their desire to take an advantage to Manchester in the second leg. Benzema came close to putting Los Blancos back in the lead, but his shot was saved by Ederson. City, on the other hand, didn't display the same urgency to find a winner, likely content with returning to a packed Etihad Stadium next week. Guardiola knows that City have won their last seven UCL home games and will be pleased to leave his native Spain with the tie still wide open.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)

Real Madrid vs Manchester City final score

Goals

• Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior (36')
  
• Manchester City: ADe Bruyne K. (67')

Real Madrid vs Manchester City confirmed line-ups

Real Madrid vs Manchester City confirmed line-ups

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