Champions League Match Round-Up: Olympique Lyonnais vs. Real Madrid

Los Merengues, Real Madrid, were looking forward to this match-up against Les Gones (The Kids), Olympique Lyon, in this intense round of 16 match. The star-studded Real Madrid, with a line-up consisting of fierce attacking power with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, and Gonzalo Higuain leading the pack, were much anticipated to be winners this evening. Unfortunately, the underdogs in this match came through, with the French side keeping their 100% home record at the Stade de Gerland in this 1-0 win.

The game was pretty even overall, both sides making an impression on each other and wonderful saves by Lyon keeper, Hugo Lloris, who won man of the match honors, keeping the momentum up for the home side. The key moment in this match came in the second half when midfielder, Jean Makoun provided a sensational effort that was a screamer as it made its way past Madrid keeper, Iker Casillas. The only goal of the game was scored at the beginning of the second half where Lyon caught the Galacticos sleeping.

Real Madrid brought on former Lyon hitman, Karim Benzema, to make a difference, but the young Frenchman couldn't provide the extra edge against his former teammates to bring the spark that Madrid needed. The only key chance in the second half for Real Madrid came from Cristiano Ronaldo, who had an audacious shot saved by Lloris, keeping Lyon in the match throughout. This was a great result for the French side, who now need to go to the Bernabeu in Madrid hoping for a win or tie and nothing short of a 1-0 loss to keep their hopes alive. As for Real, they must win at home, and they will do everything capable of winning as this year's Champions League final will be hosted in their home stadium and they want to make it more than anyone else at this stage in the competition!
The next leg in this encounter will be a very exciting one!