PLAYER RATINGS: Erling Haaland is still goal-shy on the big nights… while Jude Bellingham covered every blade of grass
Manchester City's dreams of retaining the Champions League were shattered after a dramatic penalty shoot-out loss to Real Madrid.
Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovacic both missed from the spot as City were beaten 4-3 on penalties after their pulsating quarter-final tie ended 4-4 on aggregate.
Rodrygo had given Real an early lead in the second leg at the Etihad Stadium but City otherwise dominated and, after creating a host of chances, finally made it 1-1 on the night through Kevin De Bruyne in the 76th minute.
De Bruyne spurned a good chance to win the tie in normal time and Erling Haaland had earlier hit the crossbar but it was the competition's record 14-time winners who ultimately prevailed.
Mail Sport's Pete Jenson rated the players on Wednesday night.
Ederson - 6.5
Nothing the Brazilian could do about the opening goal and was largely a spectator thereafter. Scored his penalty.
Kyle Walker – 7
Failed to stop Vinicius’ cross reaching Rodrygo for the opening goal. But overall won his duel with the Brazilian once more.
Manuel Akanji – 7
Carried the ball forward well. Tested Madrid with probing passes. Always available for the easy pass too.
Ruben Dias – 6.5
Couldn’t stop Vinicius crossing from the right for the opening goal of the game but helped prevent Madrid cause problems on the counter.
Josko Gvardiol – 7
Booked for foul on Bellingham. Solid defensive performance with an epic extra time block to keep Madrid at bay
Rodri – 7
The principal victim of that brilliant Bellingham control just before Real Madrid made it 1-0 on the night. Improved in the second half though and began to run the game.
De Bruyne– 7.5
Such a boost to have him back for the second leg. Forced a fine save from Lunin in the first half. Scored the equaliser but blazed
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