Mbappe at the Buzzer

February 16, 2022

By: Carlos Alvarez

Champions League Knockouts: Manchester City Thrash Sporting (5-0); PSG Escape Real Madrid (1-0) on Kylian Mbappe’s Extra-Time Winner

The UEFA Champions League is back, and Tuesday’s action brought Leg 1 of the Round of 16 knockout stage. Manchester City blew out the competition from Sporting (5-0) with four first-half goals, including two from Bernardo Silva. In a more competitive match, PSG edged out Real Madrid (1-0) courtesy of Kylian Mbappe’s extra-time winner. The 23-year-old PSG winger split two defenders in the 94th minute and punched in a massive point. More Leg 1 matches take the pitch today.

 

Yesterday’s Highlights

PSG def. Real Madrid (1-0)

Manchester City def. Sporting (5-0)

 

Today’s Schedule

RB Salzburg vs. Bayern Munich (3:00 pm ET)

Inter vs. Liverpool (3:00 pm ET)

 

Upcoming Matches: Tuesday & Wednesday (Feb. 22-23)

 

Additional Storylines

Sky Sports: Man. City Make Statement With Five-Star Show

BeIN Sports: Mbappe Shows Los Blancos What They’re Missing With Late Winner