But a lethal combination of Real's array of attacking talent and three defensive lapses proved the difference.Ronaldo latched on to Mesut Ozil's perfectly-weighted through ball and almost nonchalantly lifted the ball over a helpless Muslera after only nine minutes. Higuain put the gloss on a comfortable home display at the Bernabeu and left Galatasaray facing a monumental task in the return leg in Istanbul on 9 April.However, Galatasaray seemed unfazed by the early setback and responded well, neatly maintaining possession. Going into the tie Real boss Jose Mourinho had stressed the importance of Champions League success after conceding the Primera Division title was beyond his side - they trail leaders Barcelona by 13 points.Galatasaray striker Drogba brushed aside home defender Raphael Varane to turn on the edge of the Real penalty area but could only fire wildly over the crossbar. And his team, aiming for a record 24th semi-final appearance in Europe's premier club competition, made the perfect start against Galatasaray.
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