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Real Madrid Stuns Man City in Epic Champions League Semifinal
Silva's Late Goal Gives City Slight Edge
Madrid's Comeback Sends Fans into Frenzy
Manchester City appeared destined for defeat in the 90th minute of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash with Real Madrid on Wednesday evening. Riyad Mahrez's 73rd-minute goal had given the Spanish giants a 5-3 aggregate lead, leaving City on the brink of elimination.
However, Bernardo Silva had other plans. The Portuguese midfielder unleashed a thunderous strike in the dying moments of regulation time to level the aggregate score and give City a narrow 4-3 advantage heading into the second leg.
The match took a dramatic turn in extra time, with Real Madrid producing a stunning comeback. Rodrygo scored twice in quick succession to restore Madrid's aggregate lead, sending the Bernabeu crowd into a frenzy.
With City desperately searching for an equalizer, Karim Benzema struck the decisive blow in the 95th minute. The French striker tapped in a cross from Rodrygo to seal a remarkable 3-1 victory and send Madrid into the final.
The result left Manchester City heartbroken but also gave them hope for the second leg. The Premier League champions will travel to the Bernabeu on May 4th knowing that a victory by two clear goals will be enough to secure their place in the final.
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