Real Madrid Stun Manchester City with Comeback Win
Heartbreak for English Champions as Benzema's Spot-Kick Seals UCL Final Berth
Rodrygo's Double and Benzema's Penalty Overwhelm Guardiola's Men
Manchester City's Champions League dreams were shattered by Real Madrid in a thrilling semi-final second leg. After a 4-3 first-leg defeat in Manchester, Pep Guardiola's side led 1-0 at the Bernabeu until the 90th minute. However, substitute Rodrygo scored twice in the dying moments to force extra time before Karim Benzema scored the decisive penalty.
Riyad Mahrez gave City the lead in the 73rd minute with a stunning first-time shot. Jack Grealish came close to doubling the lead but was denied by Thibaut Courtois. As the game wore on, it seemed City were on their way to Paris for the final.
However, Rodrygo had other ideas. The Brazilian forward tapped in from close range in the 90th minute and then headed in Dani Carvajal's deflected cross a minute later. The Santiago Bernabeu erupted with joy as Real Madrid completed the astonishing comeback.
In extra time, Benzema converted a penalty after Ruben Dias fouled him in the area. City had no time to respond as Real Madrid held on for a famous victory. The Spanish giants will now face Liverpool in the Champions League final, while Manchester City will have to lick their wounds and prepare for next season.
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