Jonathan Wilson: Flaws still present as Real Madrid holds back Manchester City

[Jonathan Wilson]

Jose Mourinho's reaction spoke volumes about just how much Real Madrid's 3-2 victory over Manchester City meant to his side: not for nothing does he slide on his knees into the pitch. There had been pressure and when Aleksandr Kolarov gave Manchester City the lead with five minutes remaining, he must have feared the discontent around the Bernabeu would become intolerable. After an 87th-minute equalizer and a 92nd-minute winner, though, there was euphoric relief.

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[juventus1980]

Jonathan Wilson is a brilliant journalist. Great article.