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UCL: Haaland brace, Mbappé, Valverde goals power Madrid, City to victory

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UCL: Haaland brace, Mbappé, Valverde goals power Madrid, City to victory

Real Madrid and Manchester City began their Champions League campaigns with wins on Tuesday. Madrid triumphed 2-1 at home against Inter Milan, while City defeated Porto 2-0 away. Inter equalized late in the match, but Thibaut Courtois' saves ensured Madrid's victory. In Porto, Erling Haaland scored both goals, helping Manchester City secure an impressive away win. The victories boost both teams as the revamped Champions League league phase begins.

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