
A goal from Brahim Díaz in the 86th minute and another from Jude Bellingham in stoppage time turned the game around after Erling Haaland’s brace, securing Real Madrid’s first-ever victory against Manchester City at Etihad Stadium (2-3). The ‘Merengues’ delivered their best performance of the season, responding to the blows dealt by Haaland. The Norwegian opened the scoring in the 19th minute, but Kylian Mbappé equalized in the 61st, marking his third consecutive game with a goal at Etihad. After Real Madrid missed clear chances to take control of the tie, a penalty converted by Dani Ceballos put the ‘Sky Blues’ ahead again in the 80th minute. However, a late comeback by the visitors secured their triumph in the playoff round before the Champions League Round of 16, thanks to goals from Brahim and Bellingham.
