Real Madrid and Man City Play Out a Thriller in the Champions League
City's Champions League Dreams Crushed After Penalty Shootout Loss
Real Madrid Advance to the Semi-Finals
Real Madrid secured a dramatic 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory over Manchester City on Tuesday night in a pulsating Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Bernabeu. After a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg, the match went to extra time, where both teams failed to score. In the penalty shootout, Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois saved Riyad Mahrez's spot-kick, allowing Karim Benzema to score the winning penalty.
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams creating numerous chances and coming close to scoring. Real Madrid took the lead in the 17th minute through Vinicius Junior, but City equalized just seven minutes later through Kevin De Bruyne. Gabriel Jesus put City ahead in the 53rd minute, but Karim Benzema's penalty in the 82nd minute leveled the tie. In extra time, Rodrygo put Real Madrid ahead, but Bernardo Silva equalized for City in the final minute of extra time.
The victory sends Real Madrid into the semi-finals of the Champions League, where they will face either Chelsea or Atletico Madrid. City's exit marks the end of their hopes of winning the treble this season. Pep Guardiola's side will now focus on the Premier League title race and the FA Cup final.
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