Champions League Outright Odds: City Still Favs After Real Draw

Real Madrid & Manchester City Endure Entertaining Stalemate With Sides Unseperable

Kyle Curran

Sports Editor

Last Updated: 9 May 2023 3 min read

Real Madrid and Manchester City played out a nervy 1-1 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, with the Cityzens knowing a home win would secure their place in the final. Following the result, we’re taking a look at the latest Champions League outright odds.

In a game between two European heavyweights, it was always expected to be an entertaining affair and it certainly was.

A magnificent goal from both sides settled the score on the night, and had huge implications on the Champions League outright odds.

FT: Real Madrid 1-1 Man City

An entertaining contest ends evenly poised & the tie will be decided in Manchester next week…#UCL pic.twitter.com/LdRbjqe2RK

— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) May 9, 2023

Story Of The Game

City dominated in the early stages of the match, all for them to concede from Madrid’s only shot of the first half. It always takes something special to get by a Pep Guardiola side on the big stage like tonight, and well Vinicius Junior did just that.

The Brazilian made it look easy as he scored a scorcher from outside of the box as he received a pass from Eduardo Camavinga, took one touch and released a venomous strike.

Vinícius Jr that is special 🤩

Real Madrid lead Man City at the Bernabéu!#UCL pic.twitter.com/IGZsfONGu1

— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) May 9, 2023

Madrid went into the break 1-0 up after Vini’s superb goal, and City knew they had work to do.

Carlo Ancelotti’s men were much better in the second half, and seemed to receive a huge boost of confidence after taking the lead.

The 14-time Champions League winners were dominating for most of the second period until Kevin de Bruyne silenced the crowd with a screamer to match.

City’s midfield maestro showed the world once again just how good he is as he almost ripped the Madrid net. The Belgian received a lay off from Ilkay Gundogan, and within less than two seconds the ball was in the back of the net. The important goal was sure to impact the latest Champions League outright odds.

Stunning crowds is what De Bruyne does best, and tonight he stepped up when his side needed him most.

Stepping up when needed, Kevin De Bruyne 🎯

Man City are level in Madrid!#UCL pic.twitter.com/Hghto1D1oE

— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) May 9, 2023

There was late drama in such a close match with half chances for both sides, and this result sets up a perfect second-leg next week at the Etihad. City certainly have the advantage taking a draw back home, knowing a win will take them into the final.