Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick in a one-sided match against Manchester City at the Bernabéu Stadium. The French forward’s impressive display saw him barely move on the pitch, despite scoring three goals and being involved in most of his team’s attacks.
The match started slowly, with City struggling to find their rhythm. Madrid took advantage of their opponent’s lack of fight and scored two quick goals, leaving City reeling. The third goal came from Mbappé, who seemed to glide past defenders with ease.
Madrid’s defense was also exposed, particularly at right-back where Abdukodir Khusanov struggled to keep up with the pace of Vinícius Júnior. The City player’s performance was described as a “public nightmare” by his manager, highlighting the team’s weaknesses.
Despite their dominance, Madrid didn’t have many shots on goal, and when they did, it seemed almost like a formality. The match ended 3-1 in favor of Real Madrid, with Mbappé cementing his reputation as one of the world’s top players.
This result marks a significant blow to Manchester City’s chances, with their team looking disjointed and lacking in fight. For Real Madrid, it was a statement win that showcased their talent and depth.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/feb/19/citys-zombified-figures-are-haunted-by-ghosts-of-themselves-in-bernabeu-exit