In an intense showdown on Wednesday night, Real Madrid and Manchester City faced off in a match that had fans on the edge of their seats. Real Madrid's star players pushed their limits, tirelessly chasing, covering, and defending despite evident fatigue.
Manchester City, under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, dominated possession with double the time, registering 33 shots compared to Real Madrid's eight. The English giants also took 18 corners to Real Madrid's solitary one, controlling the game's tempo and applying constant pressure.
The match took a decisive turn early on when Rodrygo scored an opening goal for City. However, Real Madrid showed remarkable resilience, equalizing 14 minutes before the end of regular time thanks to Kevin de Bruyne, who capitalized on Antonio Rudiger's clearance.
Despite City's near-total domination, their inability to convert numerous chances proved costly. Real Madrid's steadfast defense held strong, forcing the game into a penalty shootout, where they emerged victorious.
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