Man City Dominate Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals
Key Stats Highlight City's Attacking Prowess and Defensive Resilience
Match Summary
Manchester City secured a comfortable 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash on Wednesday, sealing a 5-1 aggregate triumph and booking their place in the final.
City's dominance was reflected in the match statistics. The hosts enjoyed a staggering 65% possession, completing 729 passes compared to Madrid's 373. They also created more scoring opportunities, with 18 shots on target to Madrid's six.
Attacking Dominance
City's attacking prowess was on full display throughout the match. Bernardo Silva opened the scoring for the hosts in the 37th minute, coolly finishing from close range after a well-worked team move.
The second half saw City continue to dominate, with Phil Foden doubling their lead in the 53rd minute with a powerful strike from inside the box. Silva added his second goal of the night in the 74th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error by Madrid to tap in from close range.
Defensive Resilience
While City's attack was in fine form, their defense was equally impressive. The hosts kept Real Madrid's star-studded frontline at bay, restricting them to just a handful of clear-cut chances.
City's goalkeeper, Ederson, made several crucial saves to deny Madrid's attempts on goal. He was particularly impressive in the second half, keeping out a well-struck effort from Karim Benzema and a header from Sergio Ramos.
Conclusion
Manchester City's victory over Real Madrid was a testament to their all-around quality. They controlled the match from start to finish, displaying both attacking prowess and defensive resilience.
City will now face either Liverpool or Villarreal in the Champions League final on May 28.
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