Real Madrid vs Manchester City in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout stage

Manchester City's dream start

On the early morning of February 12th Beijing time, in the first leg of the Champions League knockout play offs, Manchester City hosted Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium, attracting the attention of countless fans around the world. After the start, Manchester City showed a strong desire to attack, quickly taking control of the field with excellent tactical coordination and active player positioning.

In the 19th minute of the game, Manchester City made a brilliant attack. After receiving a pass from his teammate on the left flank, Grealish observed the situation in the penalty area and decisively made a precise pick pass. Guevara understood and quickly thrust forward, stopping the ball with his chest and cleverly passing it to Haaland. Haaland faced the incoming ball and took advantage of it, pushing and shooting the ball straight into the net like a cannonball, giving Manchester City a 1-0 lead. The Etihad Stadium instantly boiled over, and Manchester City fans cheered with excitement for the team's dream start. Haaland's goal not only showcases his excellent sense of smell and shooting skills in front of the goal, but also reflects the tacit cooperation among Manchester City players.

Real Madrid's tenacious resistance and equalizer

The lagging Real Madrid did not panic, they quickly adjusted their tactics and adopted a defensive counterattack strategy. Although they were at a disadvantage in ball possession, Real Madrid's defense was well organized, and the players worked together to successfully defuse Manchester City's attacks time and time again.  

In the 60th minute of the game, Real Madrid had an opportunity to equalize the score. Real Madrid received a free kick in the front court, and Valverde took the penalty kick and shot directly, which was blocked by a Manchester City player. After receiving the ball at the top of the arc, Ceballos made a perfectly timed cross. Mbappe understood and quickly made a forward thrust, volleying from the side to shoot. The ball made a wonderful arc in the air and then hit the net. Real Madrid equalized 1-1! This goal is truly spectacular, as Mbappe demonstrated the strength and style of a world-class football star. His goal not only boosted the morale of Real Madrid players, but also excited the Real Madrid fans present, cheering Mbappe's name and feeling happy for the team's equalizer.

Manchester City leads again in a fierce counterattack against Real Madrid

After equalizing the score, Real Madrid's morale is high, while Manchester City is eager to take the lead again. In the 76th minute of the game, Foden tripped over a Real Madrid player while breaking through the penalty area, and the referee decisively awarded a penalty. Haaland stood in front of the penalty spot, calm and composed, and scored twice in one go, giving Manchester City a 2-1 lead once again.

However, Real Madrid did not give up. They launched a fierce attack in the final stage, constantly challenging Manchester City's defense. Manchester City's defense gradually showed loopholes under Real Madrid's fierce attack, and the players' mentality began to become somewhat impatient.

In the 86th minute of the game, Real Madrid finally seized the opportunity. Ederson made a pass mistake and was intercepted by a Real Madrid player.   But Diaz, who came on as a substitute, reacted quickly and scored a timely shot to equalize the score, 2-2! Real Madrid players celebrated wildly, seeing hope for victory.

During the stoppage time phase, the competition entered a white hot stage. Both sides are giving their all for victory.   He picked the ball towards the goal, and Bellingham quickly inserted it forward, scoring the ball into the empty goal in front of the goal and completing the game! Real Madrid overturns Manchester City 3-2! The entire Bernabeu was plunged into madness, and the Real Madrid players hugged each other excitedly. With their tenacious fighting spirit and never give up spirit, they completed this thrilling comeback drama.