***Madrid v City CL Official Match Thread***

[patrickblue]

Phenomenal tonight!

We were long overdue a big CL performance and this is a great statement of intent.

Enjoy that UEFA!

I think UEFA should be applauded for allowing the officials to be honest, such a refreshing refereeing spectacle. It’s the cartel cunts who are doing us over, as Soriano mentioned.

I think they didn't DARE try and cheat tonight as they know the fallout if there were any dodgy calls made.

As I mentioned much earlier in the thread, we’ll see how UEFA react to what has gone on. I have a thought that UEFA aren’t happy with the IC (who are controlled by the clubs) and have decided that they aren’t siding with anybody.

That was a real refreshing game to watch where you automatically knew what the ref was going to call. I was even confident he was going to give Ramos a red card, which says everything. If that was the Prem, Jesus was getting a yellow for diving.

Joe Hart reckons it wasn't a foul.

[PeterParker]

I don't think it was a Pep masterclass.
It was Pep's changes at 0-1 that were masterclass. For the first time in ages, he changed in a key moment in a fantastic way and won the game.

As a typical City fan, I am more worried now about the second leg, knowing what happend versus filth.

I hope the goals going our way is the board putting fear in those fucks.

[PaulieIrish]

OptaJoe

2 - Manchester City are just the second side to beat Real Madrid away from home in the Champions League despite conceding the first goal, after Milan in October 2009. Belief.

[Beefymcfc]

Mendy was wank ?!! Esp first half. Could have been sent off inside 40 mins

Moot point because hes got away with and thankfully misses the home game

I’d rather have Mendy in that position than any other of our players.

I don’t think he’s the best defender, and he has a pass of an elephant, but what he does do well is occupy their defensive shape, putting them under serious pressure, which suits our play. I like Zinch but it isn’t his natural position and he’s no better in our defensive shape. Cancelo, the jury’s still out.

[Beefymcfc]

I don't think it was a Pep masterclass.
It was Pep's changes at 0-1 that were masterclass. For the first time in ages, he changed in a key moment in a fantastic way and won the game.

As a typical City fan, I am more worried now about the second leg, knowing what happend versus filth.

I hope the goals going our way is the board putting fear in those fucks.

So, as he changed it then you could say it was a master stroke, yes?

There goal came from a bad pass from Otta to Rodri who, in turn, compounded the issue by trying to offload it under pressure.

[blues2win]

Either Cancelo on the Left or Zinchenko for the home leg. By then Sane will be available. Just hope Aymeric isn't out for too long. On to Wembley.

[Mase]

Mendy was wank ?!! Esp first half. Could have been sent off inside 40 mins

Moot point because hes got away with and thankfully misses the home game

I’d rather have Mendy in that position than any other of our players.

I don’t think he’s the best defender, and he has a pass of an elephant, but what he does do well is occupy their defensive shape, putting them under serious pressure, which suits our play. I like Zinch but it isn’t his natural position and he’s no better in our defensive shape. Cancelo, the jury’s still out.

We won everything without him last year. He’s not improved us this year. I’d say he’s nowhere near best at the club at LB.

[PeterParker]

Mendy was wank ?!! Esp first half. Could have been sent off inside 40 mins

Moot point because hes got away with and thankfully misses the home game

I’d rather have Mendy in that position than any other of our players.

I don’t think he’s the best defender, and he has a pass of an elephant, but what he does do well is occupy their defensive shape, putting them under serious pressure, which suits our play. I like Zinch but it isn’t his natural position and he’s no better in our defensive shape. Cancelo, the jury’s still out.

Zinch will have a huge game in front of him and I reckon Zidane will try his luck with Bale on that side. His speed will be no match for Zinch.

[patrickblue]

Mendy was wank ?!! Esp first half. Could have been sent off inside 40 mins

Moot point because hes got away with and thankfully misses the home game

I’d rather have Mendy in that position than any other of our players.

I don’t think he’s the best defender, and he has a pass of an elephant, but what he does do well is occupy their defensive shape, putting them under serious pressure, which suits our play. I like Zinch but it isn’t his natural position and he’s no better in our defensive shape. Cancelo, the jury’s still out.

Not with me, I really rate him and hope he plays.

[blues2win]

He’s out mate because of the yellow. Cancelo or Zinchenko on the left. Wouldnt be surprised if its Cancelo with Sane playing to provide the width.

[Bluemoon4610]

What a proper performance. All played their part barring one brain fart. Pep spot on and I guess we should all shut the fuck up.

Even the fucking ref was good. What has changed?

After the ban and the appeal, they knew they were under the microscope. Had to play fair for once and what do you know? No shit decisions against us for a change. Need the club to ramp up the appeal just before the 2nd leg, get the world's focus on UEFA and the cartel again.

[Beefymcfc]

Mendy was wank ?!! Esp first half. Could have been sent off inside 40 mins

Moot point because hes got away with and thankfully misses the home game

I’d rather have Mendy in that position than any other of our players.

I don’t think he’s the best defender, and he has a pass of an elephant, but what he does do well is occupy their defensive shape, putting them under serious pressure, which suits our play. I like Zinch but it isn’t his natural position and he’s no better in our defensive shape. Cancelo, the jury’s still out.

We won everything without him last year. He’s not improved us this year. I’d say he’s nowhere near best at the club at LB.

Just my opinion, mate.

[Mase]

Just my opinion, mate.

He’s not fit to lace Kolarov’s boots imo.

[PeterParker]

I don't think it was a Pep masterclass.
It was Pep's changes at 0-1 that were masterclass. For the first time in ages, he changed in a key moment in a fantastic way and won the game.

As a typical City fan, I am more worried now about the second leg, knowing what happend versus filth.

I hope the goals going our way is the board putting fear in those fucks.

So, as he changed it then you could say it was a master stroke, yes?

There goal came from a bad pass from Otta to Rodri who, in turn, compounded the issue by trying to offload it under pressure.

I think, well, what I enjoy, is him responding in a difficult moment for us and turning the game around.
Tonight we had a plan B.

[Beefymcfc]

Just my opinion, mate.

He’s not fit to lace Kolarov’s boots imo.

At least we agree, mate, still miss the Crazy fucker.

[carl_feedthegoat]

When JG went down it was no different to when Aguero went down.....one got a yellow and JG got a penalty...wonder why that is then ??!!!

[PeterParker]

KDB scored his 50th City goal.

[patrickblue]

He’s out mate because of the yellow. Cancelo or Zinchenko on the left. Wouldnt be surprised if its Cancelo with Sane playing to provide the width.

I was talking about Cancelo, not Mendy

[Green & Blue]

Get the fuck in! Going to the home leg at the Etihad. Can’t wait. Ramos out. Fingers crossed for Aymeric.

Same as, buzzing for it

[stevefromdonny]

what a fucking win away, every player deserves that we played them all over the pitch, I think we did but it n=might be the beer when watching the gam
#but fuck the fuckers GET IN CITY