Manchester City’s Champions League run came to a disastrous end as Real Madrid dominated them with a 3-1 victory at the Bernabéu, sealing a crushing 6-3 aggregate exit. With Erling Haaland sidelined due to injury, Pep Guardiola’s side looked lifeless and outclassed, while Kylian Mbappé stole the show with a stunning hat-trick.
City’s defense crumbled under Madrid’s relentless attack, with Abdukodir Khusanov and Josko Gvardiol enduring a nightmare performance. Ruben Dias struggled to contain Mbappé, and John Stones’ early injury only added to City’s woes. Even their attack looked uninspired, with Omar Marmoush and Phil Foden failing to provide a real threat.
A late consolation goal from Nico Gonzalez did little to lift spirits, as City faced the harsh reality of their first trophyless season since 2017. Guardiola now has a major rebuilding job ahead as City shifts focus back to domestic competitions.
