Ronaldo Fires Real Madrid Past Manchester City in UCL Clash
Real Madrid 3-2 Manchester City
Ronaldo Scores Winner in Thrilling Group Stage Encounter
Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winning goal as Real Madrid defeated Manchester City 3-2 in a thrilling 2012-13 UEFA Champions League group stage match at the Santiago Bernabeu. The match saw both teams exchange blows throughout, with Real Madrid ultimately emerging victorious.
Real Madrid started the brighter of the two sides and took the lead through Karim Benzema in the 11th minute. However, Manchester City responded well and equalized through Sergio Aguero just five minutes later. The game continued to ebb and flow, with both teams creating chances. Ronaldo put Real Madrid back in front in the 55th minute, but City once again showed their resilience and drew level through Edin Dzeko in the 81st minute. Just when it looked like the match would end in a draw, Ronaldo popped up with a dramatic winner in the 90th minute, sending the home crowd into raptures.
The victory was Real Madrid's third in the group stage, while Manchester City suffered their first defeat. The two teams are now tied on points, but Real Madrid have a better head-to-head record and currently top the group. Manchester City will need to win their remaining two matches to be certain of qualifying for the knockout stages.
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