‘The Bernabéu trembled’: Memories of Rodrygo and Real Madrid’s miracle

Those who saw Manchester City crumble at the end of the 2022 Champions League semi recall the moment the fates turned

STUNNING COMEBACK: Real Madrid's Karim Benzema celebrates scoring his sides third goal during last season's memorable semi-final against Manchester City. Pic: PA

73 mins: Riyad Mahrez scores and Manchester City lead 1-0 on the night, 5-3 on agg 

Clair Swindells, Manchester City fan: You’re thinking: “Just hang on, 20 minutes.” A couple of lads behind us in the 89th minute booked their tickets to Paris [for the final]. He was trying for five minutes because the signal was so bad and then he was like: “I’ve booked it, I’ve booked it!”