Manchester City v Real Madrid: Champions League Semi-Final Preview
Clash of the Titans as Manchester City host Real Madrid
Both sides looking to reach final in Istanbul
Manchester City will host Real Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final on Tuesday, 24th April. The two sides are meeting for the fifth time in the competition, with Real Madrid holding a 3-1 advantage in previous encounters. However, City will be looking to make home advantage count as they bid to reach their second Champions League final in three seasons.
City are in fine form heading into the game, having won their last five matches in all competitions. They will be confident of causing Real Madrid problems, particularly with the likes of Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, and Phil Foden in their ranks.
Real Madrid, on the other hand, have been less convincing in recent weeks. They have won just two of their last five matches, although they did manage to beat Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Carlo Ancelotti's side will be looking to Karim Benzema to provide the goals, but they will need to be at their best to overcome a City side that is full of confidence.
The match is finely poised, and it could go either way. City will be looking to take the initiative in the first leg, but Real Madrid have a wealth of experience in this competition. It promises to be a fascinating encounter between two of the best teams in Europe.
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