Rio Ferdinand praises Real Madrid's 'character and quality' after inspired Champions League win over Manchester City
Rio Ferdinand says Real Madrid's «character and quality» shone through against Manchester City after coming from behind to beat the Premier League champions 3-1 (6-5 on aggregate). City spectacularly blew a two-goal lead after 89 minutes thanks to two quickfire goals from substitute Rodrygo, before a Karim Benzema penalty sealed the La Liga side a remarkable comeback victory in extra-time. Ad/> Ferdinand believes the way the 13-time European champions got back into the match was not entirely unexpected.