MANCHESTER CITY return to Champions League action TOMORROW when they welcome Real Madrid in a mouth-watering semi-final clash at the Etihad.
A goalless draw against Madrid's bitter rivals Atletico was enough to scrape through the previous round having beaten Diego Simeone's side 1-0 in Manchester.
And the goals have been flowing for the blue machine who comfortably annihilated Watford on the weekend to remain top of the Premier League.
However, Real Madrid are no strangers to English opposition as they dealt with Chelsea in a thrilling quarter-final exchange earlier on this month.
Also, the La Liga champions elect pulled off a dramatic 3-1 win over Osasuna on Wednesday night which will have boosted their confidence ahead of this huge encounter.
What time does Man City vs Real Madrid kick off?
- Manchester City go to battle with Real Madrid TOMORROW – Tuesday, April 26.
- The match is scheduled to kick-off at 8pm UK time.
- Etihad is the selected venue for the first leg which can hold up to approximately 55,000 spectators.
- Pep Guardiola's side ran out 2-1 winners (4-2 on aggregate) the last time these two titans met in 2020.
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What TV channel is Man City vs Real Madrid on and can I live stream it?
- Manchester City vs Real Madrid will be broadcasted live on BT Sport 2.
- Coverage commences from 7pm UK time – one hour before kick-off.
- Subscription members have the option to stream the game live via the BT Sport website or app.
Team news
Pep Guardiola will have to cope without Joao Cancelo who's booking in the previous round has resulted in a one-match suspension.
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And John Stones could potentially be out having missed the Saturday domination over Watford with a hamstring injury.
However, England international Kyle Walker is in contention to start following an ankle issue he sustained against Atletico Madrid.
Elsewhere, Carlo Ancelotti will be delighted to welcome back Eder Militao who served his ban against Chelsea.
But the Real Madrid boss could be without David Alaba and Casemiro who have both picked up minor muscular injuries.
Alongside Eden Hazard, Luka Jovic, Mariano Diaz and Ferland Mendy.
Latest odds
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- Man City to win 4/9
- Draw 4/15
- Real Madrid 8/15
To qualify (incl ET and Pen)
- Man City to win 2/5
- Real Madrid to win 8/15
*Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct as of Monday, April 25
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