Manchester City and Real Madrid Clash in Thrilling Champions League Quarterfinal
Madrid Emerges Victorious in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
Real Madrid Outlasts Manchester City 4-3 in Tense Encounter
Real Madrid has booked their place in the Champions League semifinals after a thrilling victory over holders Manchester City. The Spanish giants prevailed 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams creating numerous chances. City took the lead through Riyad Mahrez in the second half, but Real Madrid replied through Karim Benzema in the dying minutes to force extra time.
In the penalty shootout, Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin saved two penalties to give his side the advantage. Benzema, Luka Modric, Toni Kroos, and Rodrygo all scored their spot-kicks for Madrid, while Kevin De Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus, and İlkay Gündoğan converted for City.
The victory is a major boost for Real Madrid, who are seeking their 14th Champions League title. They will now face Liverpool in the semifinals, with the first leg to be played at the Bernabeu on April 26th.
For Manchester City, the defeat is a bitter blow to their hopes of winning a second consecutive Champions League title. However, they will still be confident of success in the Premier League, where they are currently top of the table.
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