Manchester City prepare to battle it out against Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium in the first leg of the Champions League semi final on Tuesday night and the clash has been viewed as a blockbuster encounter.
Manchester City Match Betting News
Manchester City may have disappointed in the Premier League but the current campaign will be seen as a landmark for the Citizens as they have made it into the semi finals of the Champions League for the first time in their history.
As impressive as the feat may be, it was long overdue and the Citizens will now surely be keen on going all the way in the competition having come so far.
It goes without saying that winning the Champions League is easier said than done and with a clash against Champions League record winners Real Madrid in the semi finals upcoming, Manuel Pellegrini’s men certainly need to put in a memorable performance over the two legs.
The likes of Gael Clichy, Bacary Sagna, Yaya Touré and Fernando are the injury concerns for City ahead of the clash.
Real Madrid Match Betting News
Zinedine Zidane has endured a roller coaster ride in his short managerial career so far but what the legendary Frenchman has proven is the fact that he can most certainly cut it in the highest level.
Under Zidane, Real Madrid remain in the La Liga title race against all odds while Los Blancos are being considered as one of the favourites to claim victory in the Champions League.
Madrid’s fate in La Liga remains out of their hands but they most certainly hold the power to decide their destiny in Europe. That being said, a semi final clash against Manchester City will surely not be easy to navigate.
Manchester City vs Real Madrid Match Prediction
Real Madrid and Manchester City have squared off against each other in the Champions League on only two previous occasions and the Spanish giants are unbeaten against the Premier League outfit.
Heading into the semi final tie, Madrid perhaps have to be considered the favourites but City certainly possess a squad more than capable of causing an upset.
The result of the first leg will be key in deciding which team makes it into the final and due to their extensive experience in the competition, Madrid look likely to establish an advantage on the night.
