Real Madrid crush Man City as PSG, Arsenal hold firm
Real Madrid delivered a statement victory over Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League knockout round on Wednesday, while Paris Saint-Germain narrowly defeated Chelsea and Arsenal battled Bayer Leverkusen to a draw.
Madrid dominated the contest with sharp attacking play and clinical finishing that left City chasing the game. “We played with intensity and took our chances,” a Madrid player said after the match.
City admitted they were outplayed on the night. “They were better in the decisive moments,” a City player noted.
PSG secured a tight win over Chelsea in a tense encounter. “It was a difficult game, but we stayed focused,” a PSG player said.
Arsenal, meanwhile, held Leverkusen in a hard-fought draw, keeping their hopes alive ahead of the return leg as the Champions League knockout drama continues.