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Real Madrid vs Man City LIVE: Kylian Mbappe scores early goal in Champions League play-off decider


Published on 2025-02-19 15:25:30 - MSN
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  • Kylian Mbappe scores early goal in Champions League play-off decider - Pep Guardiola's men trail by one-goal after Madrid's 3-2 triumph at the Etihad stadium

The article from MSN Sports discusses the crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City, taking place at the Etihad Stadium. Manchester City, trailing 3-3 on aggregate after the first leg, made a significant tactical decision by starting Erling Haaland on the bench, possibly to manage his fitness or to use him as a game-changer later. Real Madrid, the defending champions, are looking to advance to the semi-finals with key players like Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo in their lineup. The match is anticipated to be a tactical battle, with both teams having shown their prowess in the first leg. Pep Guardiola's strategy with Haaland's substitution could play a pivotal role in the outcome of this high-stakes encounter.

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