Champions League: Real Madrid to face Man City in knockouts for fourth consecutive year
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Champions League: Real Madrid to face Man City in knockouts for fourth consecutive year

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Manchester City completed a comeback victory against Belgian side Club Brugge, while Real Madrid achieved a convincing 3-0 win over French club Brest. Defending champions Real Madrid will reignite their Champions League rivalry with 2023 winners Manchester City in an exciting knockout phase playoff tie, following the draw held in Nyon on Friday.. This match-up marks the fourth consecutive year that Real Madrid and Manchester City will face each other in knockout rounds, having met in four previous ties since 2020. “It feels like a derby already, four years in a row facing Real Madrid,” City boss Pep Guardiola told reporters after the draw was confirmed. Champions League knockout playoff draw Club Brugge v Atalanta Sporting v Borussia Dortmund Manchester City v Real Madrid Celtic v Bayern Munich Juventus v PSV Eindhoven Feyenoord v AC Milan Brest v Paris St Germain AS Monaco v Benfica Champions League knockout playoff dates Playoff first leg: 11/12 February Playoff second leg: 18/19 February Last 16 draw: 21 February With AFP inputs

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Manchester City held by Brighton to leave Champions League hopes in balance
1 week, 4 days ago

Manchester City held by Brighton to leave Champions League hopes in balance

Hindustan Times  

Manchester City twice blew the lead in a 2-2 draw against Brighton on Saturday as Abdukodir Khusanov's own goal dented their bid to qualify for the Champions League. But Pervis Estupinan hauled Brighton level and, although Omar Marmoush restored City's lead just before the interval, the Seagulls levelled again in the second half thanks to Khusanov's mistake. Reduced to fighting …

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry reveals what Mikel Arteta's side must do to beat Real Madrid in Champions League quarter-final
1 week, 6 days ago

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry reveals what Mikel Arteta's side must do to beat Real Madrid in Champions League quarter-final

Daily Mail  

Thierry Henry has told Arsenal the one thing they must do if they are to upset the odds and beat Real Madrid in the Champions League. If anyone knows what it takes for Arsenal to beat Real Madrid in the Champions League it's Henry, who scored the only goal of last-16 tie when the two sides clashed in 2006. Thierry …

Real Madrid win dramatic shootout to reach Champions League quarters; Arsenal, Aston Villa and Dortmund also qualify
1 week, 6 days ago

Real Madrid win dramatic shootout to reach Champions League quarters; Arsenal, Aston Villa and Dortmund also qualify

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Real Madrid qualified for the Champions League quarter-finals after a tense penalty shoot-out win over city rivals Atletico. Real Madrid won a dramatic penalty shoot-out against city rivals Atletico to qualify for the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday, while Arsenal, Aston Villa and Borussia Dortmund also advanced to the last eight. Alvarez controversy strikes Real-Atletic penalty shootout Gallagher’s close-range finish …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Real Madrid edges Atletico on penalties to reach UCL quarterfinals
1 week, 6 days ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Real Madrid edges Atletico on penalties to reach UCL quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Real Madrid produced a gritty display to reach the Champions League quarterfinals with a 4-2 win on penalties against rival Atletico Madrid, following a 1-0 defeat after extra time on Wednesday. Diego Simeone’s side outplayed the record 15-time champion at the Metropolitano stadium for much of the game, but Madrid has never been eliminated by Atletico in the competition and …

ATM vs RMA Highlights, UCL 2024-25 Round of 16 second leg: Real Madrid beats Atletico Madrid on penalties to reach quarters
2 weeks ago

ATM vs RMA Highlights, UCL 2024-25 Round of 16 second leg: Real Madrid beats Atletico Madrid on penalties to reach quarters

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Carlo Ancelotti said Real Madrid will face immense pressure in their Champions League last 16 second leg derby at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, but backed his players to rise to the occasion. Champions Los Blancos hold a 2-1 first leg lead ahead of their visit to city rivals Atletico’s Metropolitano stadium. “It will be an even game, decided by …

The result of Madrid derby sends Atletico or Real likely to face Arsenal in Champions League
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2 weeks ago

The result of Madrid derby sends Atletico or Real likely to face Arsenal in Champions League

Associated Press  

Atletico has to overcome a one-goal deficit to eliminate bitter rival Real in the second leg of the Champions League last 16 tie on Wednesday to maintain a chance of capturing the European trophy it has never won. Its city rival and record 15-time European champion won the first leg 2-1 with a crucial goal from Brahim Diaz to continue …

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: All you need to know about Champions League clash
2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: All you need to know about Champions League clash

India Today  

Real Madrid are set to face Atletico Madrid in a highly-anticipated UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg clash on March 12. Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Clash of stars Ancelotti’s side will be boosted by the return of Jude Bellingham, who missed the first leg due to suspension. The UEFA Champions League, Round of 16 second leg clash between …

Premier League: Manchester City's Champions League hopes suffer a major blow with 0-1 loss against Nottingham Forest
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Premier League: Manchester City's Champions League hopes suffer a major blow with 0-1 loss against Nottingham Forest

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With six titles in the past seven seasons, City have rarely had to worry about their place in the Premier League’s top four in the Pep Guardiola era. Manchester City striker Erling Haaland reacts during his team's Premier League match meeting with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground Stadium in Nottingham. Reuters Nottingham Forest dealt a major blow to Manchester …

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Premier League preview – teams, watch, stream
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Premier League preview – teams, watch, stream

Al Jazeera  

Who: Manchester United vs Arsenal What: English Premier League When: Sunday at 4:30pm Where: Old Trafford, Manchester, United Kingdom Follow Al Jazeera Sport‘s live text and photo commentary stream. Arsenal will seek to maintain their challenge for the Premier League at Manchester United in one of English football’s fiercest match-ups. Al Jazeera takes a closer look at Sunday’s game at …

Man United draws 1-1 at Real Sociedad in Europa League and Tottenham loses to AZ Alkmaar
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Man United draws 1-1 at Real Sociedad in Europa League and Tottenham loses to AZ Alkmaar

Associated Press  

Manchester United settled for a 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad in the first leg of the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday. Lucas Bergvall netted an own goal following the first corner kick of the game after former Spurs striker Troy Parrott’s attempt across the goal. Collectively we were nowhere near the level we needed to be at and …

Champions League: Real beats Atletico 2-1 in Round of 16 derby; Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV
3 weeks ago

Champions League: Real beats Atletico 2-1 in Round of 16 derby; Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV

The Hindu  

A superb goal from Brahim Diaz helped Real Madrid maintain its dominance of the Madrid derby on Europe's biggest stage with a 2-1 victory over bitter rival Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday. "Today is a really special night for us.” EPL teams win On a good night for Premier League teams, …

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 Champions League derby
3 weeks ago

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 Champions League derby

New Indian Express  

A superb goal from Brahim Diaz helped Real Madrid maintain its dominance of the Madrid derby on Europe's biggest stage with a 2-1 victory over bitter rival Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday. Atletico has been beaten by the record 15-time European champion in both Champions League final matchups and has won …

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 in Champions League derby, Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV
3 weeks ago

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 in Champions League derby, Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV

Hindustan Times  

A superb goal from Brahim Diaz helped Real Madrid maintain its dominance of the Madrid derby on Europe’s biggest stage with a 2-1 victory over bitter rival Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday. "Today is a really special night for us.” On a good night for Premier League teams, Aston Villa won …

Champions League round of 16: Diaz’s winner earns Real Madrid advantage as it beats Atletico 2-1 in first leg
3 weeks ago

Champions League round of 16: Diaz’s winner earns Real Madrid advantage as it beats Atletico 2-1 in first leg

The Hindu  

Real Madrid claimed a small edge on city rival Atletico Madrid with a tight 2-1 win in the first leg of UEFA Champions League 2024-25 last-16 on Tuesday. Julian Alvarez levelled for Atletico after Rodrygo Goes sent the hosts ahead, but Brahim Diaz stroked home the winner for the record 15-time winner to delight the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. “There’s still …

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 in Champions League derby, Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 in Champions League derby, Arsenal romps to record away win at PSV

Associated Press  

A superb goal from Brahim Diaz helped Real Madrid maintain its dominance of the Madrid derby on Europe’s biggest stage with a 2-1 victory over bitter rival Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday. “Today is a really special night for us.” On a good night for Premier League teams, Aston Villa won …

Ancelotti Warns Real Madrid Ahead of Atletico Clash - “We Won’t Fall Into the Trap”
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ancelotti Warns Real Madrid Ahead of Atletico Clash - “We Won’t Fall Into the Trap”

The Hindu  

As Real Madrid prepares to host Atletico Madrid in a Spanish capital derby in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said he is looking forward for another dugout battle against rival Diego Simeone. Despite Real’s Champions League dominance, having won all four of their previous meetings in the past 11 seasons, …

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Three key battles to look out for in UEFA Champions League Round of 16 derby clash
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Three key battles to look out for in UEFA Champions League Round of 16 derby clash

The Hindu  

Real Madrid hosts Atletico Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu for the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 clash. - De Paul, Atletico’s midfield general, must disrupt Camavinga’s influence by closing down space and pressing aggressively. FILE - Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga kicks the ball during the Spanish Copa del Rey soccer match between Real Sociedad and Real …

Champions League: Real Madrid 2 Atletico Madrid 1 – Brahim winner, Rodrygo and Alvarez stunners
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Champions League: Real Madrid 2 Atletico Madrid 1 – Brahim winner, Rodrygo and Alvarez stunners

New York Times  

A slaloming effort from Brahim Diaz gave Real Madrid a narrow advantage in their Champions League round-of-16 match against Atletico Madrid at the Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti’s team were continually frustrated by Diego Simeone’s men, until Brahim twisted and turned past the Atleti defence in the 55th minute to set up an intriguing second leg at the Metropolitano next Wednesday. Two …

Real Madrid edge out Atletico 2-1 in first leg of Champions League last 16
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Real Madrid edge out Atletico 2-1 in first leg of Champions League last 16

Al Jazeera  

Brahim Diaz winner gives Real Madrid a slender first leg lead over rivals Atletico in Champions League last 16 clash. A superb goal from Brahim Diaz helped Real Madrid maintain its dominance of the Madrid derby on Europe’s biggest stage with a 2-1 victory over bitter rivals Atletico in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie. Real …

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Derby awaits La Liga giants in race for last four in UEFA Champions League
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Derby awaits La Liga giants in race for last four in UEFA Champions League

The Hindu  

Real Madrid’s galaxy of attacking stars initially struggled to gel this season, but coach Carlo Ancelotti kept faith and now the “fantastic four” are Los Blancos’ greatest strength as it faces rival Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. French superstar Kylian Mbappe joined last season’s trident of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes and both the former Paris Saint-Germain …

La Liga 2024-25: Real Madrid can’t afford to drop more points, Ancelotti says
1 month ago

La Liga 2024-25: Real Madrid can’t afford to drop more points, Ancelotti says

The Hindu  

Real Madrid cannot afford to keep dropping points in La Liga if it wants to stay in contention in its title defence after failing to win its last three games, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday. Barcelona took advantage of Real’s slip-ups to move top on goal difference and take the driver’s seat in the title race, with Atletico Madrid …

Champions League: Madrid derby, Bayern vs. Leverkusen and Liverpool-PSG in Round of 16 draw
1 month ago

Champions League: Madrid derby, Bayern vs. Leverkusen and Liverpool-PSG in Round of 16 draw

The Hindu  

A rare meeting between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain. Defending champion Real Madrid's reward for ousting 2023 title winner Manchester City this week in the knockout playoffs is two city derbies against Atletico Madrid — the team it beat in the final in 2014 and 2016. Ancelotti later took jobs across Europe before returning to Madrid and winning two more Champions …

Champions League draw LIVE: Arsenal, Liverpool and Aston Villa learn last-16 opponents and fixture dates confirmed
1 month ago

Champions League draw LIVE: Arsenal, Liverpool and Aston Villa learn last-16 opponents and fixture dates confirmed

The Independent  

✕ Close Guardiola admits 'the best team won' after Champions League exit The Champions League knockout stage draw has taken place this morning with Liverpool, Arsenal and Aston Villa learning their last-16 opponents. Arsenal face a trip to the Netherlands against PSV, while Liverpool must travel to a rampant PSG side following their 10-0 aggregate win over Brest in the …

Man United paired with old rival Real Sociedad in Europa League. Mourinho’s Fenerbahce gets Rangers
1 month ago

Man United paired with old rival Real Sociedad in Europa League. Mourinho’s Fenerbahce gets Rangers

Associated Press  

NYON, Switzerland — Manchester United was paired with Real Sociedad in the Europa League round of 16 on Friday, setting up their third meeting in the competition within five seasons. Real Sociedad will host the first leg on March 6 in Spain, where Man United captain Bruno Fernandes scored twice in a 4-0 win four years ago on United’s path …

Liverpool and Arsenal's routes to the Champions League final: Gunners must beat Real Madrid and English rivals to reach Munich... while Reds could have back-to-back English ties
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1 month ago

Liverpool and Arsenal's routes to the Champions League final: Gunners must beat Real Madrid and English rivals to reach Munich... while Reds could have back-to-back English ties

Daily Mail  

Liverpool have been handed a tough route to the Champions League final after being matched up against French champions Paris Saint-Germain in the round of 16. Premier League sides Aston Villa, Arsenal and the Reds discovered their last-16 opponents during the draw for the latter stages of the competition in Nyon, Switzerland on Friday. Liverpool have been handed a difficult …

Champions League draw serves up a Madrid derby, Bayern vs. Leverkusen and Liverpool-PSG
1 month ago

Champions League draw serves up a Madrid derby, Bayern vs. Leverkusen and Liverpool-PSG

Associated Press  

NYON, Switzerland — A Madrid derby. Defending champion Real Madrid’s reward for ousting 2023 title winner Manchester City this week in the knockout playoffs is two city derbies against Atletico Madrid — the team it beat in the final in 2014 and 2016. Ancelotti later took jobs across Europe before returning to Madrid and winning two more Champions League titles …

Liverpool’s route to Champions League final revealed
1 month ago

Liverpool’s route to Champions League final revealed

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Liverpool have found out who they will face …

Who will face Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16?
1 month ago

Who will face Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16?

The Hindu  

The UEFA Champions League 2024-25 edition has reached the round of 16 stages, with half of them finalised after the knockout phase playoffs that ended on February 19. The defending champion, Real Madrid, is not one of those eight teams that had directly sealed its spot in the pre-quarterfinals after finishing the third in the league table. England: Arsenal, Liverpool, …

Champions League draw serves up a Madrid derby, Bayern vs Leverkusen and Liverpool vs PSG
1 month ago

Champions League draw serves up a Madrid derby, Bayern vs Leverkusen and Liverpool vs PSG

New Indian Express  

Liverpool will take on Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16 of this season's Champions League while Friday's draw also threw up a showdown between reigning champions Real Madrid and their city rivals Atletico. Arne Slot's Liverpool finished first in the 36-team league phase of the competition to qualify directly for this stage, while PSG finished 15th and had to come …

Manchester United to face Real Sociedad in Europa League last 16, Spurs drawn against AZ Alkmaar
1 month ago

Manchester United to face Real Sociedad in Europa League last 16, Spurs drawn against AZ Alkmaar

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Manchester United were drawn Friday to play Real Sociedad of Spain in the last 16 of this season's Europa League, while Rangers will take on Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce, and Tottenham Hotspur face AZ Alkmaar. Ruben Amorim's United are struggling in the Premier League this season but finished third in the league phase of the Europa League. The clubs have …

Champions League Round Of 16: Real Madrid to face Atletico, PSG vs Liverpool set
1 month ago

Champions League Round Of 16: Real Madrid to face Atletico, PSG vs Liverpool set

India Today  

Real Madrid will take on Atletico Madrid while Arne Slot's Liverpool will face Paris Saint-Germain in the Round of 16 of the Champions League as the draw took place on Friday, February 21. Champions League: Full coverage Madrid made it to the Round of 16 after thrashing Manchester City and will now face Atletico, who they beat in the 2014 …

Real draw Madrid derby in Champions League; Liverpool face PSG
1 month ago

Real draw Madrid derby in Champions League; Liverpool face PSG

Al Jazeera  

The Champions League has handed more heavyweight clashes when the draw for the round of 16 was made in Nyon, Switzerland. The confirmed round of 16 draw ✅#UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/zogc10nzdr — UEFA Champions League February 21, 2025 Liverpool and PSG have never met in knockout games in the Champions League or the old European Cup. Also in the draw, number two …

Champions League last-16 draw analysed: Liverpool-PSG tops bill alongside Madrid derby and Bayern-Leverkusen
1 month ago

Champions League last-16 draw analysed: Liverpool-PSG tops bill alongside Madrid derby and Bayern-Leverkusen

New York Times  

The Champions League’s new format may have given every team only two possible opponents in the round-of-16 draw but that has done little to dampen the excitement now that we know the eight ties. Liverpool and PSG last met in the Champions League in 2018-19 in the group stage Confirmed fixture dates: First leg: PSG v Liverpool, March 5, 8pm …

From gold to old – Man City’s empire has crumbled and the future is uncertain
1 month ago

From gold to old – Man City’s empire has crumbled and the future is uncertain

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Kevin De Bruyne and Ilkay Gundogan, two-thirds of a Champions League-winning midfield …

Man City turn focus to Champions League qualification after Real Madrid humbling
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1 month ago

Man City turn focus to Champions League qualification after Real Madrid humbling

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Manchester City set their sights on returning to …

Champions League: Mbappe hat-trick knocks out Manchester City to fire Real Madrid into last 16
1 month ago

Champions League: Mbappe hat-trick knocks out Manchester City to fire Real Madrid into last 16

The Hindu  

Real Madrid dispatched Manchester City 3-1 with a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick on Wednesday in their Champions League playoff second leg at a raucous Santiago Bernabeu stadium, earning them a 6-3 aggregate victory and a place in the last 16. Last year's champions will face either Bayer Leverkusen or city rivals Atletico Madrid, depending on Friday's draw, as they seek a …

Champions League: Mbappe dazzles as Real Madrid oust Man City; PSV eliminate Juventus
1 month ago

Champions League: Mbappe dazzles as Real Madrid oust Man City; PSV eliminate Juventus

Firstpost  

Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeated Man City to progress to Champions League Round of 16. Image: Reuters Real Madrid swept Manchester City aside to qualify for the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday, while Paris Saint-Germain rubber-stamped their spot in the next round by thrashing French rivals Brest. “Making my dream come true is one thing, …

Champions League 2024-25: Mbappe hat-trick guides Real Madrid past Manchester City to round of 16
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1 month ago

Champions League 2024-25: Mbappe hat-trick guides Real Madrid past Manchester City to round of 16

The Hindu  

Real Madrid beat Manchester City 3-1 with a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick on Wednesday in their Champions League playoff second leg at a raucous Santiago Bernabeu stadium, earning them a 6-3 aggregate victory and a place in the last 16. Last year’s champions will face either Bayer Leverkusen or city rivals Atletico Madrid, depending on Friday’s draw, as they seek a …

Real Madrid vs Manchester City, UCL 2024-25: Preview, Head-To-Head, where to watch Champions League knockouts
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Manchester City, UCL 2024-25: Preview, Head-To-Head, where to watch Champions League knockouts

The Hindu  

In a dramatic finish last week at the Etihad Stadium, City faced a heartbreaking defeat as Jude Bellingham scored a stoppage-time winner for Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25. Real Madrid vs Manchester City HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD IN UCLs Matches Played: 13 Real Madrid’s wins: 4 Tied: 5 Manchester City’s wins: 4 In its six …

Real Madrid vs Manchester City LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs MCI in UEFA Champions League?
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Manchester City LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch RMA vs MCI in UEFA Champions League?

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Pep Guardiola admitted on Tuesday that he was playing mind games when he claimed Manchester City had only a “one percent” chance of overturning Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 tie. It’s not the best result, but we can do it.” Real Madrid vs Manchester City Live Score City trails after a late collapse saw Real win 3-2 …

Champions League exit awaits Real Madrid or Man City as new playoffs round reaches dramatic finish
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1 month, 1 week ago

Champions League exit awaits Real Madrid or Man City as new playoffs round reaches dramatic finish

Associated Press  

MADRID — One of the past two winners of the Champions League, Real Madrid or Manchester City, is going out of the competition Wednesday before the round of 16. Defending champion Madrid takes a 3-2 lead into the second leg at home in their knockout playoff which Man City coach Pep Guardiola suggested left his team with just a 1% …

Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Live Streaming Champions League: Where to watch RMA vs MCI live match online and on TV
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Live Streaming Champions League: Where to watch RMA vs MCI live match online and on TV

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid vs Manchester City Live Streaming: The two European heavyweights will be locking horns once again in the attempt to qualify for the round of 16. Here are the details of when and where to watch the Real Madrid vs Manchester City UEFA Champions League match When will the Real Madrid vs Manchester City UEFA Champions League match take …

Why Manchester City require an ‘almost perfect’ game to defeat perennial enemy Real Madrid
1 month, 1 week ago

Why Manchester City require an ‘almost perfect’ game to defeat perennial enemy Real Madrid

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “He doesn’t really think that just as we don’t think we have …

Real Madrid 3 Manchester City 1: Mbappe’s best Bernabeu display? How poor were City?
1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid 3 Manchester City 1: Mbappe’s best Bernabeu display? How poor were City?

New York Times  

Real Madrid advanced to the Champions League last 16 with a 3-1 victory — and a 6-3 aggregate win — against Manchester City on Wednesday night. Madrid started the game in excellent fashion, with Kylian Mbappe latching onto a long ball over the top in the fourth minute before lobbing Ederson in the City goal. The structure also meant City …

Real Madrid vs Man City: UEFA Champions League – start, team news, preview
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1 month, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Man City: UEFA Champions League – start, team news, preview

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Manchester City must not be underestimated in their Champions League playoff. Who: Real Madrid vs Manchester City What: UEFA Champions League Where: Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain When: Wednesday, February 19 at 9pm local time Follow Al Jazeera Sport’s live text and photo commentary stream of the match. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says his …

Champions League exit awaits Real Madrid or Man City and at least 3 more former title holders
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions League exit awaits Real Madrid or Man City and at least 3 more former title holders

Associated Press  

Now the jeopardy really kicks in for the Champions League with a title chase, pride and hard cash on the line. Their European seasons will be over in February before even reaching the round of 16 that teams like Madrid and Man City, who meet in their second-leg game Wednesday, have come to expect. Heavyweight clash in Madrid Real Madrid …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City fans’ mocking banner fuelled Real Madrid’s Vinicius in knockout playoff win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Manchester City fans’ mocking banner fuelled Real Madrid’s Vinicius in knockout playoff win

The Hindu  

Some Manchester City fans took a not-so-subtle dig at Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr during Tuesday’s Champions League playoff game, displaying a banner showing City midfielder Rodri with the Ballon d’Or trophy beside the caption, “Stop crying your heart out.” But Vinicius, who said he believed his activism against racism led to him not winning the prestigious award last year, used …

Real Madrid could be three goals down going into their second leg against Man City and still fancy themselves against this Pep Guardiola side, writes JACK GAUGHAN
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid could be three goals down going into their second leg against Man City and still fancy themselves against this Pep Guardiola side, writes JACK GAUGHAN

Daily Mail  

With Real's one-goal lead, Guardiola's side will be handicapped at the Bernabeu Real Madrid would pose a threat to City even if they were down big in the first leg Not many have the gravitas required to pull into line Real Madrid’s front four, with their almost obnoxious self-belief and quality, but inside the dressing room at the weekend, Carlo …

Champions League: Real Madrid script comeback to beat Manchester City in first leg of playoff tie; Juventus, Dortmund also win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions League: Real Madrid script comeback to beat Manchester City in first leg of playoff tie; Juventus, Dortmund also win

Firstpost  

Real Madrid came back from behind to beat Manchester City 3-2 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout stage playoff tie on Tuesday. Jude Bellingham snatched a stoppage-time winner as Real Madrid twice came from behind to beat Manchester City 3-2 in the first leg of their on Tuesday, while Paris Saint-Germain took command of an all-French …

Champions League play-off: Bellingham strikes late as Real Madrid pile misery on Manchester City
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions League play-off: Bellingham strikes late as Real Madrid pile misery on Manchester City

New Indian Express  

MANCHESTER: Jude Bellingham scored the winner in stoppage time as Real Madrid twice came from behind to inflict more misery on Manchester City with a 3-2 Champions League play-off, first leg win at the Etihad on Tuesday. We played some of our best football of the season and ended up behind," said Bellingham "I don't care what form City are …

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