Erling Haaland scored his first goal against Real Madrid and followed it up with another in Manchester City’s home match against the Champions League holders. Despite this, City lost as one of their former players, Brahim Diaz, and Jude Bellingham scored crucial goals in the dying minutes.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side now leads 3-2 going into the second leg at the Bernabeu. Meanwhile, other Champions League matches saw Weston McKennie score a stunning goal for Juventus, Borussia Dortmund defeat Sporting CP, and Ousmane Dembele shine for Paris Saint-Germain.
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The Briefing: Man City 2 Real Madrid 3 – Bellingham’s late, late winner and another City collapse
The match highlighted the typical patterns of City surrendering leads and Madrid making comebacks. Haaland, Ceballos, Diaz, and Bellingham were the key players in deciding the outcome of the game.
Are PSG better without Mbappe?
PSG’s recent form without Mbappe has been impressive, with Ousmane Dembele stepping up as a key player. His goalscoring prowess and impact on the team have been crucial in PSG’s success in the absence of Mbappe.
Dembele’s performance has brought new energy to PSG’s attack, making them strong contenders in the Champions League.
USMNT midfielder McKennie shines for Juventus
Weston McKennie’s spectacular goal for Juventus showcased his exceptional skills and contributed to their victory against PSV. His celebratory homage to Harry Potter added flair to his performance.
Rooney and Mbappe: masters of the shinned volley against Man City
Kylian Mbappe’s goal against Man City with a shinned volley echoed Wayne Rooney’s famous overhead kick. Both goals displayed great skill and technique against City.
Why did it take four minutes to award Haaland’s first goal?
VAR delays caused confusion in confirming Haaland’s goal, raising questions about the efficiency of the technology. The extensive delay affected player readiness and impacted the flow of the game.
Who is Serhou Guirassy?
Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy emerged as an unexpected top scorer in the Champions League. His pivotal goal and overall performance showcased his value to the team and their potential for success.
What happens next?
The Champions League playoffs continue with upcoming fixtures, determining the teams that will advance to the last 16. The draw for the next stages will take place soon, shaping the future of the competition.
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