Michael Owen says Manchester City will be “relieved” with their Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid all square at 1-1 after the first leg in the Spanish capital.
Vinicius Junior gave the home side the lead at the Bernabeu with a stunning strike from distance, before Kevin De Bruyne leveled the tie with an exquisite hit of his own.
Ad Madrid had several chances to take a first leg lead in the final stages with Karim Benzema having a header kept out from close distance by Ederson, while Aurelien Tchouameni was also denied by the City goalkeeper.
Champions LeagueOwen blasts 'toothless' Chelsea for splashing cash but not signing striker18/04/2023 AT 19:38 Speaking on BT Sport after the match, former Real striker Owen said: “I think they’ll [City] be pleased to get off there today with a draw.” “Tactically, it felt like Pep Guardiola had the upper-hand first half.