Stadium
Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
Madrid, Spain
Referee
Clement Turpin
France
HOME FORMATION
4-4-2
AWAY FORMATION
4-1-4-1
Lineups
Real Madrid - 4-4-2
Manchester City - 4-1-4-1
Match Preview: Real Madrid vs Manchester City
Real Madrid return to home soil to face Manchester City at 9:00 PM today in what could be a turning point in their League Stage campaign.
Real Madrid enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 4 wins from their last 5 matches. Manchester City arrive with confidence, securing 3 wins from their last 5.
Historically, Manchester City lead the rivalry with 4 wins over Real Madrid's 3. 3 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Real Madrid edged it 3-1.
Expect Real Madrid to control midfield with their 4-4-2 formation, while Manchester City aim to absorb and counter in their 4-1-4-1.
Expect a tight, tactical affair. Real Madrid may hold the edge at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, but Manchester City's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.