In the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, Manchester City and Real Madrid combined to score 7 goals, equaling the record for the largest score in the Champions League semi-finals. Such a battle of attack has made people in the industry addicted!
City scored four goals and Real Madrid scored three, making the match the second semi-final in Champions League history in which both sides scored at least three goals, the first of which was Bayern's 3–3 draw with Dynamo Kiev in April 1999.
At the same time, this campaign also tied the record score in the history of the Champions League semi-finals. In April 1995, Ajax beat Bayern 5–2, and in April 2018, Liverpool beat Roma 5–2.
It is worth mentioning that this is the sixth time that Real Madrid has lost in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, and the previous five first legs have been lost, and Real Madrid has finally been eliminated.
Such a beautiful goal battle has made people in the industry addicted. Legendary defender Costa Kuta said: "Maybe the referee will regret blowing the final whistle. It was a very good game and we were lucky enough to see one like this. ”
Legendary goalscorer Piero said, "A game like this is spectacular, showing the potential that a team has in an unbelievable way, and that is Manchester City. They scored 4 goals but could even score 8 goals. Real Madrid know how to beat you, and once you make a mistake, they will punish you. ”
Former Manchester United defender Ferdinand said, "Amazing! Sensational! What else do you want to see? The game went up and down, benzema's spoon penalty. City will be frustrated and Real Madrid will be encouraged by the way they have come back. ”
Legendary defender Lescott said, "It's one of the best games of the season so far. Real Madrid may think they are a bit lucky, but they still have a lot to do. ”
Equally rare, the managers and staff of both teams also praised the game. Real Madrid's head of public relations, Butragueño, said: "From the fan's point of view, this is an extraordinary game. It's hard to find a game like the one we saw today, where both teams are trying to attack, with few fouls and few games interrupted. It was a very beautiful game in every way. ”
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti said, "As a fan, it was a wonderful game. As Real Madrid manager 11, I have to think about our performance, we conceded 2 goals very early. However, we also scored 3 goals and we now hope to be able to reach the final. ”
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said: "It was a good game for both teams. We played beautifully and unfortunately we conceded the ball and could score more goals. We played a fantastic game against an incredible team. ”
Foden, who scored a goal in the campaign, said: "It was obviously a good game for the fans who watched the game. We know they punish us once we concede a goal in some areas. This is where we need to ascend. ”