In an electrifying match at the Bernabeu, Manchester City battled to a 3-3 draw with Real Madrid, setting the stage for an enthralling Champions League quarter-final showdown.
Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol unleashed stunning long-range strikes, seemingly securing a dramatic victory for Pep Guardiola’s side. However, Real Madrid swiftly responded with two quick goals after Bernardo Silva’s early opener, leaving the match finely poised.
Federico Valverde’s exquisite volley restored parity, igniting the fervor of the Bernabeu faithful.
The draw seemed a fitting outcome as City asserted control over possession, while Madrid carved out the more promising opportunities. With everything to play for, anticipation builds ahead of the second leg in Manchester.
Addressing concerns over Foden’s late departure due to injury, Guardiola reassured fans in the post-match press conference, stating, “He was grumpy with me for making a substitution. That means he is OK.”