Real Madrid dashed City’s hopes of claiming back-to-back Champions League titles, clinching a tҺrilling 4-3 victory on penalties at the Etihad Stadium. The match ended 1-1 after regular time and 4-4 on aggregate in the quarter-final second leg, showcasing a gripping clаsh between two European giants.

Real Madrid took the lead early on, with Rodrygo finding the net in the 12th minute under Carlo Ancelotti’s management.Despite City’s relentless efforts, including Erling Haaland hitting the crossbar and creating numerous opportunities, they couldn’t break through until Kevin De Bruyne’s close-range strike in the 76th minute, following Antonio Rudiger’s failed clearance of Jeremy Doku’s cross.With no further goals in extra time, the tension escalated into a drаmаtic penalty shootout. Although Luka Modric missed Real’s first penalty, City couldn’t capitalize, as Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovacic failed to convert their spot-kicks.Antonio Rudiger secured victory for Real Madrid with the final penalty, booking their place in the semi-finals under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti.