“Every time I rule out Real Madrid, they prove me wrong” – Madrid’s Champions League magic strikes again

Manchester City were most people’s firm favorites to get past Real Madrid in the 2025-26 Champions League round of 16, with the Spaniards’ 5-1 aggregate victory taking many fans and analysts by surprise.

Micah Richards reacts to Madrid’s magic

That includes former City defender Micah Richards, now working for CBS, who was asked to give his view on whether Los Blancos could win the competition for a record-extending 16th time following their impressive win over Pep Guardiola’s team.

“Better teams” exist, but never count out Real Madrid

And while Richards is of the view “there are better” teams, he also admitted he knows better than to write off Real Madrid in the Champions League, something many have been made to look foolish for in the past.

Richards’ comments come after yet another reminder of Madrid’s knack for the biggest moments, showing that no matter how confident fans or pundits might feel, Real Madrid always have a way of proving everyone wrong. Watch the video to see his full reaction.

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