City host Real, need big win to progress in UCL: all you need to know | OneFootball

The scenario is dramatic for Manchester City!

This Tuesday (17th), at 5pm (Brasília time), the English giant faces Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium, needing a magical night.

The match will be broadcast on TNT and HBO Max, but you can follow all the details and statistics here on OneFootball! 👇

After suffering a resounding 3-0 defeat in the first leg in Madrid, Pep Guardiola’s team has a mountain to climb: they need to win by three goals just to take the match to extra time.

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Guardiola’s Challenges

City arrives under pressure not only because of the score, but also because of the moment. After a draw with West Ham that distanced them from the top of the Premier League, the Citizens are still dealing with important absences in defense, such as Gvardiol and Rico Lewis.

The hope rests on Haaland, who, despite being the target of criticism from the international press for his recent performances, is the key player in the attempt for a big win.

Merengue Advantage

On the other side, Real Madrid is riding a wave of absolute confidence. Under Arbeloa’s command, the team can lose by up to two goals and still secure a spot in the quarterfinals.

The big news for the Spaniards is the return of Kylian Mbappé; the competition’s top scorer (13 goals) has recovered from a knee injury and is back in the squad, potentially ready to deliver the knockout blow to the English side at the Etihad.

Probable Lineups:

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