The whites returned to score twice to beat Manchester City 3-2 in the first leg of the knockout stages of the Champions League at Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland opened the scoring for City in the first half before Kylian Mbappé equals at the time of play. Haaland then scored a double on penalty in the 80th minute, but the celebrations of the hosts were short-lived Since Brahim Diaz equalized and then Bellingham scored the victorious goal in additional time.
Bellingham’s goal at the last minute has been the third time that Madrid scored a victorious goal in the 90th minute against the Cityzens, establishing a record in the Champions League. During the 2021-22 season, the Spanish giants returned from a deficit of two goals in total to score three times after the 90th minute and qualify for the final.
A record for Bellingham
One of the key stars of City who was scrutinized after the match was goalkeeper Ederson, whose performance left many frustrated supporters. The Brazilian was at fault on the second equalizing goal of Real and questions were asked about his decision -making after the victorious goal of Bellingham.
Carlo Ancelotti's team will be back in action on Saturday in Liga while it will face Osasuna outside.
