Manchester City vs Real Madrid

Manchester City and Real Madrid are set to face each other today, Tuesday, February 11, 2025, in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs. The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 GMT.

Team News:

Both teams are dealing with significant injuries. Manchester City will be without key midfielder Rodri Hernández, while Real Madrid faces multiple defensive absences, including Dani Carvajal, Lucas Vázquez, Antonio Rüdiger, Éder Militão, and David Alaba. These injuries may lead to tactical adjustments, such as repositioning players like Fede Valverde and Jude Bellingham to cover defensive gaps. 

Historical Context:

This encounter marks the fourth consecutive year that Manchester City and Real Madrid have met in the Champions League, underscoring the growing rivalry between the two clubs. In previous seasons, their matchups occurred in the later stages of the tournament, making this early knockout round meeting particularly noteworthy. 

This highly anticipated match is expected to be a thrilling contest between two of Europe's elite football clubs.



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