Kylian Mbappe starred for Real Madrid, scoring a hat-trick in a 3-1 victory against Manchester City, resulting in a 6-3 win on aggregate to secure advancement to the Champions League last 16. Despite the absence of striker Erling Haaland, City struggled to pose a threat and only managed to score late in stoppage time. Mbappe's performance was pivotal, as he showcased his scoring prowess, bringing his tally to seven goals in the competition. This match marked a significant low for Guardiola, as it was the first time his team failed to progress beyond the group stage in the Champions League.
"We wanted to win and go through because, for us, it was logical that Real Madrid would be in the last 16 of the Champions League," said Mbappe.
"Kylian Mbappe struck a brilliant hat-trick for Champions League holders Real Madrid in a 3-1 win over Manchester City, helping Los Blancos reach the last 16 with a 6-3 aggregate victory."
"This was the first time in Guardiola's illustrious career that one of his teams in the Champions League had failed to reach the round of 16."
"It was a painful early exit for City, who suffered from the absence of key striker Erling Haaland."
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