The moment Kyle Walker won against Vinicius Junior in a speed race at Etihad Stadium is going viral on social networks.
10 minutes into the first extra time in the Champions League quarter-final second leg between Man City and Real Madrid, Walker and Vinicius had a speed racing situation and a duel. Walker, Man City’s 33-year-old defender, seemed to be defeated by Vinicius’ youth.
However, the English defender surprised everyone. First, Walker maximized his speed, followed by his pressure ability to cling to the Brazilian striker.
In the end, the former Tottenham Hotspurs defender used experience to win. He skillfully shielded, not allowing Vinicius to have a chance to touch the ball, thereby creating a successful rescue.
When Real Madrid faced Man City, one of the most anticipated duels was between Walker and Vinicius. In the first leg at Santiago Bernabeu last week, Walker was absent due to injury. In the second leg, the “Three Lions” defender reappeared, thereby building a solid right corridor for the England representative.
In this match, Vinicius was muted, partly because he could not overcome Walker. Even the Real Madrid striker got angry, leading to him knocking down his opponent when he failed in the speed race in the 53rd minute.
Walker and Vinicius often have situations of speed racing and hand-to-hand disputes. Walker, Man City’s 33-year-old defender, seemed to be defeated by Vinicius with his youth and agility.
However, the English defender surprised everyone. He maximized his speed, followed by his pressing ability to cling to the Brazilian striker.
The quarter-final second leg between Man City and Real Madrid at Etihad Stadium ended with a 1-1 draw. After two matches, the two giants of European football were still inconclusive with a total score of 4-4, forcing two extra periods to determine the winner.
Neither team scored another goal in 30 minutes of extra time, causing the match to go to penalties. Here, Real Madrid showed more bravery, winning 4-3, thereby turning Man City into the former champion of the Champions League. They are also in the semi-finals and will meet Bayern Munich.