Player Ratings: Real Madrid 3-3 Manchester City – 2023/24

Real Madrid and Manchester City delivered an unforgettable Champions League encounter with a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Bernabéu on Tuesday.

City took the lead early on with a goal from Bernardo Silva, only for Real Madrid to swiftly turn the tables 10 minutes later. A Ruben Dias own goal and a rapid strike from Rodrygo gave Los Blancos the lead at the break.

The second half was marked by spectacular goals from Phil Foden, Josko Gvardiol, and Federico Valverde. Ultimately, the match ended with both teams level, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated return leg at the Etihad next week.

Player ratings:

Starting XI:

Andriy Lunin: 6/10

Lunin was caught out for Silva’s early goal but could do nothing to deny both Foden and Gvardiol.

Dani Carvajal: 6.5/10

Dani Carvajal had a brilliant first half but his influence faded after the break. Grealish and Gvardiol caused the captain a fair amount of trouble in the second half.

Antonio Rüdiger: 8/10

A commanding defensive display from Rüdiger who marshalled Haaland brilliantly well. The German was rock solid throughout.

Substitutions:

Luka Modric: 7/10 – Came on to replace Toni Kroos. The Croatian’s introduction helped up Madrid’s tempo

Brahim Diaz: 6/10 – Came on to replace Rodrygo.

Joselu: N/A – Came on to replace Vinicius late on.