The Champions League quarter-final match between Real Madrid and defending champions Manchester City lived up to the hype. It was a real ‘clash of the titans!’ The epic game ended in a 3-3 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu, setting the stage for another mouthwatering encounter at the Etihad in Manchester. As we prepare for the return leg, let’s take a moment to relive the goals scored during the match. Which goal stood out?
#6. Camavinga’s Deflected Shot
Ten minutes after Bernardo Silva’s clever finish, Eduardo Camavinga shot from outside the box to try and get his team back in the game. Luckily, his shot deflected off Ruben Dias, sending Stefan Ortega the wrong way. Because of the nature of the goal, it comes in sixth on our ranking.
#5. Bernardo Silva’s Clever Free Kick
Bernardo Silva opened the scoring in the second minute when his clever free-kick caught Real Madrid keeper Andriy Lunin off guard. This early strike silenced the crowd at the Bernabeu but set the right atmosphere for a thriller. If you had wagered on this match, you already knew from the word go that it would be interesting. Suppose you plan to wager on the second leg; ensure you grab your bonus on betbonus.com.gh to make your wagering experience more immersive. Do you think City will have the upper hand playing at home?
#4. Rodrygo’s Cheeky Finish
Camavinga’s deflected goal gave Carlo Ancelotti’s men momentum, and two minutes later, they scored the second. It was a beautiful goal cooked in Brazil! Rodrygo ran onto Vinicius Junior’s well-worked pass before poking a clever shot through Ortega’s legs. City’s defender, Manuel Akanji, might have had a hand(or should we say leg) in making the goal possible. Nonetheless, it was a beautiful goal from an entertaining phase of play.
#3. Velverde’s Volley
After Gvadiol’s goal, it looked like City would take a one-goal advantage to the second leg. However, Federico Valverde had other ideas. Vinicius Junior’s cross came Valverde’s way, and he hit it with a stunning low volley, sending the Bernabeu into a frenzy! It was also the last goal of the match.
#2. Foden Curls in a Wonder
After the break, both teams came back guns blazing, each trying to outmaneuver the other. Both missed great chances before Phil Foden stepped up to collect John Stones’ pass to unleash a curling strike into the top corner. This was his fifth goal in the last six Champions League games he has played.
#1. Gvadiol’s Long-Range Strike
Five minutes after Foden’s goal, Gvadiol chose the perfect moment to score his first City goal. The defender stepped up when his team needed him most and scored what is undoubtedly the best goal in the game. Because it was his first goal for the club, and he did it beautifully, he will take the top spot in our ranking.
Final Thoughts
This was Carlo Ancelotti’s 200th Champions League match, and it was one he will remember for a long time. We hope to see another thriller as the Clash heads to the Etihad! What was your favorite goal in this match? Do you agree that Gvadiol’s strike ranks highest?