Manchester City Crash Out of Champions League After Epic Penalty Shootout Defeat
Heartbreaking Conclusion to Etihad Stadium Encounter
Bernardo Silva and Ilkay Gundogan Miss Crucial Spot-kicks
Manchester City's Champions League title defense has come to a bitter end after a dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium. Despite a thrilling 1-1 draw on the night, the English champions fell 5-3 in the shootout.
The match had swung back and forth throughout the 90 minutes. Riyad Mahrez gave City the lead in the 73rd minute, but Rodrygo equalized for Madrid just minutes later. The match went to extra time, but neither team could find a winning goal.
In the shootout, Karim Benzema, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, and Rodrygo converted their penalties for Madrid. Bernardo Silva and Ilkay Gundogan missed their spot-kicks for City, handing the victory to the Spanish giants.
The defeat is a major blow to City's hopes of winning the quadruple this season. They had already won the Premier League and Carabao Cup, and they are still in contention for the FA Cup.
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