The Digest:
Manchester City secured a significant 2-1 comeback victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday. The result increased pressure on Madrid manager Xabi Alonso, while Arsenal maintained their flawless record with another commanding win.
Key Points:
- Real Madrid took an early lead through Rodrygo in the 28th minute after sustained pressure.
- Manchester City equalized seven minutes later via Nico O'Riley, capitalizing on a handling error by goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.
- Erling Haaland scored the decisive winner from the penalty spot just before halftime after being fouled by Antonio Rüdiger.
- The defeat leaves Real Madrid seventh in the league phase standings with 12 points, one point behind fourth-placed Manchester City.
- Arsenal continued their dominant form with a 3-0 away victory over Club Brugge, fueled by a brace from Noni Madueke and a goal from Gabriel Martinelli.
- Elsewhere, reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain were held to a goalless draw by Athletic Bilbao, while Benfica shocked Napoli with a 2-0 win in Portugal.
- The matchday highlighted the competitive intensity of the expanded league phase, with several groups still tightly contested.
Sources: UEFA match reports, league standings
