Is Manchster City "back"? Hard to say, because every time it seems like they've taken a couple steps forward, a setback will then subsequently ensue. But beating Real Madrid, in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night, would certainly send a message of intent. After all, to be the champs, you got to beat the champions, and while this Madrid side hasn't had the season … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Real Madrid (Champions League)
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Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction at Manchester City (Champions League)
Under the new format of the UEFA Champions League, we kind of figured we'd get at least one match-up, in the playoff round, befitting a final. That definitely came to fruition with Real Madrid visiting Manchester City. In this match-up you have the last three winners of the tournament. And in Madrid, you have the side with the most titles of all-time (15). … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction at Manchester City (Champions League)
Real Madrid at Manchester City Team News: Nico Gonzalez, Ederson, Nathan Ake
January transfer window signing Nico Gonzalez suffered an unspecified injury in his Manchester City debut. He had to subbed off in City's 2-1 win at Leyton Orient in the FA Cup 4th round. "I don’t know how hard [the knock] is, but he could not continue," said City manager Pep Guardiola. It remains to be seen how long Nico Gonzalez could be out, but we doubt he'll be ready for … [Read more...] about Real Madrid at Manchester City Team News: Nico Gonzalez, Ederson, Nathan Ake
Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Real Madrid (Champions League)
We're going to have another Manchester City treble aren't we? Perhaps "only" a double? Entering the 2nd leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash with Real Madrid, it is certainly starting to feel that way. And unless you're a City supporter, you probably don't want that. City moved back into first place in the Premier League over the weekend, so all that … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Real Madrid (Champions League)
Man City Team News vs Real Madrid (UCL): Stones, Walker, Ake, Rodri
John Stones was absent at the weekend for Manchester City, but apparently, it's only just a knock. The club hopes he'll return for Wednesday night against Real Madrid. Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake returned to the bench for the 5-1 whooping of Luton Town. Perhaps they will play a larger role into the midweek continental clash. And obviously, for all the talk about Rodri being … [Read more...] about Man City Team News vs Real Madrid (UCL): Stones, Walker, Ake, Rodri
Real Madrid Team News, Starting XI Prediction vs Manchester City (UCL)
No club dominates UEFA Champions League quite like Real Madrid, but they could be on the verge of suffering the same fate they did in last season’s competition- getting knocked out by Manchester City. Last year it occurred in the semi-finals, while this time could see it happen a round earlier. There are parallels too. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News, Starting XI Prediction vs Manchester City (UCL)
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Napoli (UCL Group Stage)
Thus far in continental competition, Real Madrid are living up to their nickname as "Los Reyes del Europa" ("The Kings of Europe"). The club with more UEFA Champions League titles/European cups than everybody else is off to a perfect start in group stage play. They'll next host Napoli in a top of the Group C table clash. What is most impressive about Madrid's start to the … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Napoli (UCL Group Stage)
Real Madrid vs Napoli Team News: Kepa, Modric, Olivera, Diaz, Lindstrom
Kepa Arrizabalaga is still an injury doubt for Real Madrid, as they approach their next UEFA Champions League group stage clash- a home date with Napoli on Wednesday night. Los Blancos should still be fine though, in the hands of Andriy Lunin, if Kepa can't go. Lunin has certainly exceeded expectations as a third choice goalkeeper. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid vs Napoli Team News: Kepa, Modric, Olivera, Diaz, Lindstrom
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Braga (Champions League)
It's an all Iberian peninsula UEFA Champions League clash as Real Madrid host Braga on Wednesday night. Los Blancos already won the reverse fixture, late last month, and thus they're heavily tipped to take this midweek meeting, as now they'll have the home field advantage. They may not have Jude Bellingham though, as he's nursing a knock on his left shoulder. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs Braga (Champions League)
Real Madrid Team News vs Braga: Jude Bellingham, Dani Ceballos
Arguably the most in form player on the planet right now, Jude Bellingham has been All-World for Real Madrid since he moved over this past summer. Thus Madristas currently have a ton of concern given the left shoulder injury he suffered at the weekend winner over Rayo Vallecano. While Bellingham did play the full 90, he was seen with strapping on his left arm and chest … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs Braga: Jude Bellingham, Dani Ceballos
