Rodri banner gave Vinicius Jr 'more strength' v Man City

Vinicius Jr credited Manchester City fans' banner mocking Real Madrid for motivating him in their 3-2 Champions League win.

The banner highlighted Rodri's Ballon d’Or win with the words "Stop crying your heart out," referencing Real’s boycott of the award.

Vinicius said such gestures fuel his determination. Jude Bellingham scored a dramatic last-minute winner, continuing his knack for clutch goals.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti praised Bellingham’s performance, calling it "fantastic."

Despite trailing, Real showcased their resilience, with Bellingham emphasizing the psychological and tactical challenges of facing City.

The Spanish giants now take a crucial lead into next week’s second leg at the Bernabeu, where they hope to capitalize on their advantage and history of success in the competition.