US EditionUCL: Why We Lost 2-1 to Real Madrid - Guardiola Speaks on Man City's Elimination
Bernardo Silva's first career red card led to a penalty and a second goal for Real Madrid, sealing Manchester City's third consecutive UEFA Champions League exit.
- On Tuesday, Manchester City were eliminated from the UEFA Champions League after losing 2-1 on the night and 5-1 on aggregate, with Pep Guardiola saying it was difficult to play with 10 men.
- A handball on the goal line led to a decisive penalty after Bernardo Silva was sent off for handling Vinícius Júnior's shot, and Vinícius converted the penalty and sealed the win with a stoppage-time goal.
- Needing three goals in the second half, Guardiola substituted Haaland with more than 30 minutes remaining, saying it was tactical and Haaland should be fit for the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.
- The exit deepens questions about Pep Guardiola's future at the Etihad Stadium and his Champions League record, while pundits said Real Madrid punished City for mistakes.
- Guardiola responded to criticism with 'Oh, everybody wants to fire me, right?! Oh my god, guys!' and insisted Manchester City supporters have a bright future.
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Pep Guardiola's outfit sparks backlash from football fans as Man City lose to Real Madrid in Champions League
Football supporters took to social media to mock Pep Guardiola's sideline attire during Manchester City's Champions League exit against Real Madrid, with many joking for a "116th charge" to be levied against the club.The Spanish tactician opted for smart trousers and shoes combined with a casual flannel shirt – a notable departure from the sleek black bomber jacket he sported in the first leg.One fan quipped: "116 now."Another wrote: "I knew the…
Real Madrid won over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium in the lap of the Champions League’s final eighths, certifying its pass to the next round. As it couldn’t be otherwise on the big football nights, social media got caught up with the losers, and in this case, Pep Guardiola took the worst part.
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