Manchester CitybeatPSGin the first leg of theUEFA Champions League2020/21 semifinals in a highly-expected matchup for soccer fans.Marquinhosput the Parisians in front early in the game, but they couldn’t hold onto their advantage and commited two serious mistakes.
Kevin De Bruyneput the equalizer attempting a cross which finally slipped inKeylor Navas‘ goal, and minutes laterRiyad Mahrezcompleted the comeback forPep Guardiola‘s boy with a free kick goal that passed through the wall of Paris.
Fans were looking forward to see this clash between two sides that were constantly searching for UCL glory in the last years but failed to accomplish it. This time, one of the two could be finally fulfilling that dream, andthe Sky Bluesseem to be one step ahead. As expected, social media was flooded with soccer enthusiasts reacting to the game in theParc des Princes.
Two mistakesgave City the advantage
Manchester City went out to the pitchlooking to score from the first minute, but they struggled to capitalize on their opportunities and even found themselves losing before half time. Marquinhos was once again on target for the hosts, but their luck didn’t last long.
In the second half, City finally found the net in a surprising way. Twoeffortsunexpectedly ended up beating Keylor Navas, as De Bruyne’s cross got in and Mahrez’ free kick shot slipped throught the wall, and fans reacted with hilarious memes on the Internet.
Pep Guardiola’s boys and Mauricho Pocchetino‘s side will clash next week for the second leg of the Champions League semifinals. They will meet on Tuesday, May 5, at the Etihad Stadium, and the visitors will try to avoid conceding unbelievable goals like tonight.