Kick Off: Benzema sends Real Madrid into UCL final; Salah waiting for revenge

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Match Report

Real Madrid 3-1 Man City (agg 6-5): Rodrygo & Benzema send Hosts into UCL final

Real Madrid always find a way. Carlo Ancelotti's side once again came back from the dead on Wednesday night, scoring three times after the 90th minute to overcome Manchester City to reach the Champions League final. Trailing 1-0 after 90 minutes, they won 3-1 on the night and 6-5 on aggregate

These Things Happen

Laporte slaps Modric as Real Madrid v Man City semis 2nd leg boils over early

The pair both earned yellow cards for their part in an early scuffle at Santiago Bernaceu.

Erik ten Hag 'identifies' eight Man Utd players he can build around next season

Erik ten Hag may still be the Ajax manager for now, but clearly has one eye on proceedings at Manchester United as reports state he has already identified eight players he will aim to keep and work closely with at Old Trafford.

Ancelotti is the first manager to reach five Champions League finals

Carlo Ancelotti is the first manager to reach five European Cup / Champions League finals:

Lampard charged by FA for comments after Everton loss to Liverpool

Everton boss Frank Lampard has been charged by the FA following his comments after his side's defeat in the Merseyside derby last month.

PSG star Messi SNUBBED by Ligue 1 as Player of the Season nominees are released

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi has been snubbed by Ligue 1 after the nominees for the Player of the Season was announced.

Manchester United are reportedly edging closer and closer to sign Darwin Nunez

Manchester United are reportedly edging closer and closer to completing a transfer deal for Benfica striker Darwin Nunez this summer.

Courtois wins Player of the Match awards

Courtois wins Player of the Match awards for his excellent performance against City.

What they say

Ancelotti: Real Madrid had everything, sacrifice, luck and energy

Nobody does Champions League nights like Real Madrid, and Carlo Ancelotti motivated his players to come from behind to beat Manchester City and reach the final on Wednesday night.

Revenge is coming? Salah on IG: “We have a score to settle”

Mo Salah just posted this comment on Instagram. 

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric: I've told Rodrygo to call me 'dad'

After defeating Man City in a thrilling comback, Real Madrid midfielder Modric revealed some details regarding his connection with the Brazilian prodigy.

Guardiola: Manchester City were in control until the end, we played well

A deflated Pep Guardiola couldn't fault the effort of his Manchester City players despite their Champions League elimination at the hands of Real Madrid on Wednesday night, with their loss coming in dramatic fashion.

Salah: I'd prefer to play Real Madrid in the UCL final than Man City

Mohamed Salah has made it clear that he would prefer to face Real Madrid in the Champions League final over Manchester City.

Owen: Van Dijk is the best CB in history, I've never seen anything like it

Michael Owen was beaming after Liverpool came from behind to beat Villarreal 3-2 on the night and seal their place in the Champions League final for the third time in five years.

Fans call out Pep for 'terrible subs' and De Bruyne for 'hiding in big games'

Manchester City fans couldn't quite believe what they witnessed at the Bernabeu on Wednesday evening and took to social media to vent their frustrations.

Evra's savage response to City's dramatic UCL collapse against Real Madrid

Patrice Evra has mocked Manchester City following their collapse against Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final on Wednesday, May 4.

In-depth

5 world-class stars no top club wants to sign

At the highest level of the game, world-class talent and ability can only get you so far. Consistency is key and that's why the world still marvels at the phenomenal form showcased by the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo over the last two decades.

5 possible destinations for Cristiano Ronaldo next season

Cristiano Ronaldo has been in stellar form of late but his future may lie away from Manchester United. The Red Devils are heading into what's expected to be a hectic summer transfer window. They are planning to do a squad rebuild of sorts and it remains to be seen who all from the current roster will be at the club next season.

Video of the Day

Vinicius & Militao lead Real Madrid's dance celebrations after win over Man City

The Brazilians showed off their moves in the dressing room after the 6-5 aggregate triumph

Fixtures of the Day

Europa League

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Europa Conference League

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Marseille vs Feyenoord 2022/5/5 19:00 UTC