Kevin De Bruyne was the hero for Manchester City in their Champions League semi-final clash against Real Madrid, as he fired a long-range shot to equalize the game, preventing Man City from a defeat in the first leg.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Vinicius and De Bruyne scoring the goals. The two long-range shots have made the situation unpredictable for the second leg, which will be held at the Etihad on May 18.

The Belgian midfielder’s goal in the 67th minute was a spectacular moment, as he received a cross from Ilkay Gundogan and fired a long-range shot past his compatriot Thibaut Courtois.

De Bruyne’s emotional celebration after the goal showed how much it meant to him and the team. According to Opta, 50% of De Bruyne’s 14 goals in the Champions League have been scored from outside the box, making him the player with the highest percentage of long-range shots since the 2015/16 season, especially for players who have scored 10 goals or more in the Champions League.

De Bruyne’s impressive performance also earned him the UEFA best of the match award. His ability to score crucial goals from outside the box makes him a valuable asset for Manchester City, who are looking to win their first Champions League title.

The match also saw Erling Haaland, the young Norwegian striker, playing faintly, with only two shots on target in the first half that didn’t cause any problems for Courtois.

In terms of individual performance, Vinicius Jr. was leading Haaland, but with the support of the home crowd, Haaland is expected to shine again in the second leg and help the Premier League champions win a favorable result, thereby advancing to the Champions League final.

The game was a top clash between two of the world’s best clubs, and the draw means that the second leg will be a highly anticipated match.

Manchester City’s impressive form in the Premier League has carried over to the Champions League, where they are one of the favorites to win the title.

Real Madrid, on the other hand, has a rich history in the competition, having won the trophy 13 times, and they will be looking to add another title to their collection.

The second leg of the semi-final will be held at the Etihad Stadium on May 18, where Manchester City will have the advantage of playing in front of their home crowd.

With the tie still in the balance, the match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams looking to secure a place in the Champions League final.