Real Madrid vs Manchester City – Predicted lineup and team news

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·10 Desember 2025

Real Madrid vs Manchester City – Predicted lineup and team news

Real Madrid welcome Manchester City to the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday night, facing a defensive emergency.

Xabi Alonso’s side are under immense pressure following a chaotic domestic defeat at the weekend. Consequently, they need a positive result in Europe to steady the ship. The Spanish giants sit second in La Liga but have struggled for consistency.

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However, their home form in the Champions League remains imperious. They have won 13 of their last 14 group or league phase matches at the Bernabeu. Therefore, they will still be confident of extending their scoring streak against a City side that has looked vulnerable on the road.

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Xabi Alonso is navigating a severe defensive crisis. Éder Militão has joined a lengthy injury list that includes Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy. Furthermore, summer signing Trent Alexander-Arnold is out until February. As a result, the manager may be forced to deploy Federico Valverde at right-back. Youngster Raúl Asencio could step into the centre of defence. In goal, Thibaut Courtois will start as Andriy Lunin serves a suspension.

Despite the defensive issues, the attack remains potent. Kylian Mbappé will lead the line, looking to add to his nine Champions League goals this season. He will be supported by Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham. Meanwhile, Álvaro Carreras is available to start at left-back, as his weekend red card applies only to domestic fixtures.