Ronaldo levels for Real Madrid against Spurs with penalty
Mauricio Pochettino’s men boosted their hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League after a 1-1 draw at the Bernabeu this evening.
Raphael Varane gave Spurs a shock lead when he inadvertently turned Harry Kane’s flick into the back of his own net in the 28th minute.
Real, however, levelled proceedings two minutes before the interval when Cristiano Ronaldo drilled home his spot-kick after Toni Kroos was felled by Serge Aurier in the area.
And while stopping short of criticising the referee, Lloris was a bit bemused as to why Los Blancos were awarded a penalty.
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Toni Kroos wins a penalty after being felled by Serge Aurier
I don't know. I was a bit surprised but we have to trust the referee
Hugo Lloris
“I don't know. I was a bit surprised but we have to trust the referee,” Lloris said.
“But we stayed strong and they put on a lot of pressure, we could have faded. We deserve this point."
However, Lloris was pleased with Spurs’ overall showing.
He added: “I think we were better in first half than second half, they pushed to the end, but we had good chances to score.
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Hugo Lloris was surprised Real Madrid got a penalty
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“It was a good draw.”
Spurs now top Group H on goal difference, with seven points from three games.
In the other match, Apoel Nicosia picked up a point against Borussia Dortmund at home.
