The first leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout round playoffs took place on Tuesday and Wednesday with no shortage of fascinating results. Some, such as Ousmane Dembele-inspired Paris Saint-Germain’s routine 3-0 win away Stade Brestois 29, went as expected, but few would have bet on Manchester City running Real Madrid as close as Pep Guardiola’s side did although they did eventually succumb.

Here is our XI from this midweek’s games:

GK: Gregor Kobel, Dortmund

It was a clean sheet and a composed showing for the BVB shot-stopper. He beat off other competition from Timon Wellenreuther, Manuel Neuer, Anatoliy Trubin, and Radoslaw Majecki to make our cut.

RCB: Marquinhos, PSG

The Brazilian made his 100th Champions League appearance with an authoritative showing. Marquinhos was a serene presence throughout which points to his improved form of late.

CDM: Weston McKennie, Juventus

The American midfielder scored a stunning goal for the Turin giants and produced a thoroughly convincing showing that underlined his value.

ST: Erling Haaland, Man City

The Norwegian superstar’s two goals had looked enough to win it for City before Real pipped them at the death.

ST: Ousmane Dembele, PSG

The France international’s incredible hot streak continues with his goals as PSG eased past Brest.