‘This is the magic of Real Madrid’ – Pundits and legends react to Champions League brilliance | OneFootball

It’s evident that Manchester City has solidified its position among football’s top tier, but Real Madrid still reign supreme in the game’s hierarchy.

They recently dealt a blow to City by knocking them off their European champion pedestal and thwarting Pep Guardiola’s dream of a double treble.

Wednesday’s win is a stark reminder that Real Madrid is a force to be reckoned with. Even when facing a powerhouse like Guardiola’s City, underestimating or discounting Real Madrid is a mistake.

It is crucial to acknowledge that if you are up against Real Madrid, you are automatically the underdog, regardless of your reputation or quality.

This was purely the essence on Wednesday as despite being dominated for much part of the game, Real Madrid managed to emerge triumphant, something that is still hard to believe, but for some, it was written in their destiny.

Legends and journalists react

Real Madrid beat Manchester City on penalties. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

The aftermath of the game was a bed of roses for the team and several former players, athletes from different disciplines and even journalists reacted to this win.

Guti, a three-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid himself, conveyed the magic, saying, “This is the magic of Real Madrid.”

Mesut Ozil, a former La Liga winner, took to social media to relay a simple message, “Halaaaaa Madriiiiiid”

Former captain Sergio Ramos was watching the game from his home and taking to social media, he wrote, “Madrid is Madrid. The usual thing.”

Journalist Jose Luis Sanchez said, “Madrid fans suffering today? I’ve lost 20 years of life today.”

Speaking from all the way from Manchester, journalist  Edu Aguirre said, “I have no words to describe this. This is Real Madrid.”

Luka Doncic, hailed as one of the greatest European basketball players of all time, said, “HALA MADRID AND NOTHING ELSE!!! Always!!!”

Lastly, WWE star Angelo Dawkins had taken to his social media before the game to send a subtle message, saying, “Today Real Madrid eliminates Man City.”