The Champions League quarterfinals have been nothing short of spectacular so far, with an average of almost five goals per game and thrilling matches that keep fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. Today, the highly anticipated clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid is set to take place, with a spot in the semi-finals up for grabs.
Both teams are considered some of the best in the world, with PSG and Borussia Dortmund already awaiting the winners in the next round. The first leg ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Santiago Bernabéu, setting the stage for another intense showdown at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City coach, Pep Guardiola, has expressed his respect for Real Madrid but made it clear that he does not fear them. He emphasized the rivalry between the two clubs and the constant feeling of danger that comes with facing a team of Madrid’s caliber.
Guardiola also hinted at the return of Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake to the squad, although their starting roles remain uncertain. On the other side, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti will be without Aurélien Tchouaméni due to a suspension for accumulated yellow cards.
The match is scheduled to kick off at the Etihad Stadium, with viewers in the United States able to tune in on UniMás, TUDN, Fubo, Paramount+, and ViX. In Mexico, the game will be broadcast on Max.
The lineups for both teams have been confirmed, with Manchester City fielding a strong squad including Ederson, De Bruyne, and Grealish, while Real Madrid will feature players like Toni Kroos, Rodrygo, and Vinicius.
As the excitement builds for this crucial match, fans can follow the action live with minute-by-minute updates as Manchester City and Real Madrid battle it out for a spot in the Champions League semi-finals.