Bernardo Silva Scores Twice As City Reach Champions League Final

Manchester City 4-0 Real Madrid: Agg 5-1

Bernardo Silva scores twice as City reach Champions League final

WED 17 May 2023

Manchester City are through to the final of the Champions League after a 4-0 mauling of Real Madrid in the second leg of their semi-final secured a 5-1 aggregate win.

It was an unforgettable night at the Etihad Stadium, with City producing a stunning performance to dismantle the reigning European champions.

Real Madrid came to Manchester to defend their Champions League crown, but knowing a 1-1 first-leg draw made this a precarious trip. However, they were outclassed from start to finish by a City side that was simply too good on the night.

Bernardo Silva was the star of the show for City, scoring twice in the first half to put the hosts in control. Riyad Mahrez added a third after the break, before Phil Foden completed the rout late on.

The result means City will now face either Liverpool or Villarreal in the final in Paris on May 28. It will be the third time in four years that City have reached the final of Europe's top club competition.

For Real Madrid, it is a disappointing end to their Champions League campaign. They were outplayed by a superior City side on the night, and will now have to focus on winning La Liga.

But for City, this is a famous night. They have reached the final of the Champions League for the third time in four years, and will be confident of going all the way this time.