What's happened
Manchester City and Real Madrid draw 1-1 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at the Bernabeu
Why it matters
The result leaves the tie finely balanced ahead of the second leg, with both teams still in with a chance of reaching the final. Manchester City are looking to win their first ever Champions League trophy, while Real Madrid are aiming to win the competition for a record-extending 15th time.
What the papers say
The sources all agree on the key events of the match and the significance of the result. They differ slightly in their emphasis on certain aspects of the game, such as the performance of individual players and the tactics employed by each team.
How we got here
Manchester City and Real Madrid are two of the biggest clubs in world football, and both have a rich history in the Champions League. City have never won the competition, while Real Madrid are the most successful team in its history, having won the trophy 14 times. The second leg of the semi-final will take place at the Etihad Stadium next week, with a place in the final at stake.
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