Real Madrid and Manchester City Draw in Thrilling Champions League First Leg
Pulsating 3-3 Encounter Sets Up Intriguing Second Leg
Madrid, Spain - April 6, 2023
In a thrilling Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid and Manchester City played out a pulsating 3-3 draw. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both sides exchanging the lead throughout the 90 minutes.
Karim Benzema gave the hosts an early advantage, but Kevin De Bruyne quickly equalized for City. Gabriel Jesus then put the visitors ahead, only for Vinicius Junior to level the scores once more. Bernardo Silva restored City's lead, but Karim Benzema's second goal of the night ensured that Real Madrid would head into the second leg on level terms.
The result leaves the tie finely balanced, with either side capable of progressing to the semi-finals. The second leg will take place at the Etihad Stadium on April 12.
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