Manchester City welcome Real Madrid to the Etihad for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tonight at 8pm (UK time). The two sides met at this stage of the competition in 2016 with Los Blancos advancing to the final after beating City 1-0 on aggregate.
However, City triumphed in the last 16 against Real in 2020, running out 4-2 winners on aggregate. Pep Guardiola’s side saw off Spanish opposition in the last round, overcoming Atletico Madrid 1-0 on aggregate after a fractious tie.
Real reached the last four after edging past Chelsea 5-4 over two legs, largely thanks to Karim Benzema's heroics in front of goals. Winning European football’s elite club competition remains the ultimate goal for Guardiola’s side — and they will take confidence from the fact they have lost only once in their past 10 knockout Champions League games.
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What channel is Man City vs Real Madrid on?
Coverage of City's first-leg clash against Real will be broadcast live on BT Sport 2 from 7pm for UK viewers, with all the build-up plus interviews with the respective managers. The Premier League leaders will be keen to take an advantage to the Bernabeu for next week’s second leg.
BT Sport subscribers can stream the game online using the BT Sport app. The app is available to download on mobile and tablet, as well as streaming devices, games consoles, and even direct to select Smart TVs. Viewers can also watch the game online by going to bt.com/watch-bt-sport-2 .
What is the early Man City vs Real Madrid team news?
Joao Cancelo will miss out due to suspension, leaving Guardiola light on options in defence. Kyle Walker missed Saturday’s 5-1 win over Watford with an ankle injury, John Stones also missed out and is a doubt for the Real clash.
Nathan Ake was only deemed fit enough for the bench amid concerns about his fitness and Ruben Dias completed his first 90 minutes in a while against the Hornets. Meaning City could be without a number of their backline on Tuesday night.
Meanwhile, Real rested Luka Modric during last week’s win at Osasuna, however, there are concerns over the fitness of David Alaba.
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