Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen faced an even steeper uphill battle after their 0-4 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg. PSG’s commanding lead made it highly unlikely for Leverkusen to orchestrate a comeback, and few observers anticipated a different outcome in the second leg at the Parc des Princes.
In the spotlight for Manchester City was Yaya Touré, who faced his former team Barcelona. Touré’s performance would be closely watched, given his history with the Catalan club. However, his mental state and performance remained uncertain as he returned to familiar territory where he had spent three years of his career.
Overall, both matches promised excitement and suspense as the teams fought to keep their Champions League dreams alive. While the odds seemed stacked against Manchester City and Bayer Leverkusen, football’s unpredictability meant that anything could happen on the pitch.
