Manchester City Suffers Historic Champions League Collapse
Real Madrid Completes Epic Comeback, Sets Up Final Showdown with Liverpool
Rodrygo Earns Player of the Match Honors
Manchester City's hopes of defending their Champions League title were shattered in dramatic fashion on Wednesday as Real Madrid staged an incredible comeback in the second leg of their semi-final tie.
Real Madrid came into the match trailing 4-3 from the first leg at the Etihad Stadium. They took an early lead through Karim Benzema, but Manchester City equalized just before half-time through Jack Grealish.
The visitors looked to be heading through to the final when Riyad Mahrez put them 2-1 up in the second half. However, substitute Rodrygo scored a stunning brace in the dying minutes to send the match into extra time.
In extra time, Benzema scored a penalty to give Real Madrid the lead for the first time in the tie. And with just seconds remaining, Rodrygo completed his hat-trick with a superb header to secure Real Madrid's place in the final, where they will face Liverpool.
The defeat was a bitter blow for Manchester City, who had been widely expected to reach the final. Pep Guardiola's side will now turn their attention to winning the Premier League title, where they currently lead Arsenal by one point.
Real Madrid's victory was a testament to their never-say-die attitude. They showed great character to come back from two goals down and they will be confident of beating Liverpool in the final.
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