Courtois Suggests Haaland Could Shine at Real Madrid

Real Madrid secured a spot in the Champions League round of 16 by defeating Manchester City 3-1 in the second leg of their playoff, having won 3-2 in the first leg at the Etihad Stadium. Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick, leading the team to victory and showcasing his form against City. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois expressed that Erling Haaland, who scored twice in the first leg, could have a similar impact at the club as Cristiano Ronaldo did, given the team's attacking style. The victory marked Carlo Ancelotti's fourth win over Pep Guardiola in five Champions League encounters. As the draw for the next round approaches, anticipation builds around potential matchups, including a possible clash with Atletico Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen. Meanwhile, Haaland, Mbappe, and Mohamed Salah are highlighted as key players to watch in upcoming fixtures, with significant betting interest in their performances.