Manchester City and Real Madrid clash in the decisive second leg match of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final on April 18th at 12:45 AM Nepal Time. Both teams are hungry for victory in this crucial encounter.
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Real Madrid currently sit atop the La Liga table, showcasing impressive form throughout the season. Their narrow 1-0 win over Mallorca in their previous match highlights their determination, and they’ll aim to replicate that grit against Manchester City.
Manchester City also lead the Premier League standings, demonstrating a recent resurgence in their performance. After thrashing Luton Town 5-1, the home side will enter this fixture with renewed confidence.
Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Manchester City boast a slight historical edge in the Champions League over Real Madrid, with four wins out of their last 11 matches compared to Real Madrid’s three.
- Manchester City has a chance to make history by potentially eliminating Real Madrid from the Champions League for a second consecutive season – a feat only achieved by AC Milan in 1989 and 1990.
- On their home turf, Manchester City have enjoyed three consecutive Champions League victories against Real Madrid under Pep Guardiola.
- Recent clashes between the two teams have been high-scoring affairs – their last five Champions League matches produced a staggering 23 goals.
- Real Madrid face a challenging statistic: they’ve progressed in only two of their last ten Champions League knockout ties when failing to secure a win in the first leg at home.
Prediction
While Manchester City have experienced some inconsistencies this season, they appear to be regaining their dominant form. The brilliance of Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland could prove decisive in this match. Despite Real Madrid’s Champions League pedigree, their recent record at the Etihad Stadium is a cause for concern.
All signs point toward a Manchester City victory.
Predicted Score: Manchester City 3-1 Real Madrid
Match Details
- Teams: Manchester City vs Real Madrid
- Competition: UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final (Second Leg)
- Date: April 18th, 2024
- Kick-Off Time: 12:45 AM Nepal Time
- Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
| Match Details | Date | Nepal Time | India Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man City vs Real Madrid | April 18th | 12:45 am | 12:30 am |
