Real Madrid Triumph in Nail-Biting Champions League Semi-Final Penalty Shootout
Madrid's Road to the Final
Real Madrid's illustrious journey in the UEFA Champions League continued after a heart-stopping 4-3 penalty shootout victory against Manchester City. The Spanish giants secured their place in the final, inching closer to their 15th European title.
A Tale of Two Matches
The semi-final tie between Real Madrid and Manchester City was a tale of contrasting performances. The first leg at the Etihad Stadium saw a dominant Manchester City dismantle Real Madrid 4-0. However, the second leg at the Bernabeu witnessed a resilient Real Madrid rally, holding Manchester City to a goalless draw and forcing the match to penalties.
In a tense penalty shootout, Real Madrid's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois emerged as the hero. He saved Riyad Mahrez's penalty, allowing Karim Benzema to seal the victory for Madrid and send them to the final.
Real Madrid will now face Chelsea or Liverpool in the final, which will be held in Istanbul on June 10th. The Spanish giants will be aiming to extend their record as the most successful club in the competition's history.
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