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The match was very entertaining, we rarely saw many goals in the quarter final of UCL. Today, we have 6 goals, this deserves to be the final match. Unfortunately, the match Real Madrid vs Man City must happen in the quarter final. However, I think it is no problem, which team to win the Leg 2 probably has the highest chance to be in the final round. I think there are no other teams that have very balanced teams in each line like Real Madrid and Man City.
In today match, Man City more dominated the ball possession but Real Madrid could play more effective because they succeed to make more shot attempts. I think for the Leg 2, it will be the same as the match today. Man City probably dominated the ball possessions and Real Madrid will play more effectively again. However, I really hope Ancolotti to change a bit the formation and tactics. I assume the will be better to use the formation 4-2-2-2. They used this formation when they defeated Athletic Club few days ago.
I am disappointed with the results of this match because Real Madrid still failed to improve their meeting record with Manchester City. Real Madrid only won 1 match against Manchester City in the last 6 matches, while they only had 2 draws (including this one) and the rest were won by Manchester City.
In my opinion, Real Madrid is in danger of not qualifying for the semifinals this season after ending the match 3-3 today at the Bernabeu. Manchester City have a good home record against Real Madrid in the Champions League, so I think Real Madrid's chances of making the semifinals are getting lower. But personally I hope Real Madrid can win in the second leg, especially because Manchester City seemed to have weaknesses in their defense in today's first leg.