Overview
- Manchester City beat Real Madrid 2–1 at the Santiago Bernabéu in the UEFA Champions League.
- Pep Guardiola told Rodrygo he is "a player from another level" and said he was pleased the forward has returned from injury.
- Rodrygo scored for Madrid to end what reports described as a 281-day goal drought dating back to March 4, 2025.
- City’s goals were credited to Nico O’Reilly and Erling Haaland.
- Coverage reports that Guardiola’s praise has reignited speculation about a future City move for Rodrygo, noting City previously pursued him and his role under Xabi Alonso has been limited.