Manchester City vs Real Madrid: Showdown at the Etihad Stadium

Old foes

Manchester City and Real Madrid, two of the biggest football teams in the world will face off once again in a Champions League semifinal.

A total spectacle

Both teams displayed high levels of football and determination at the Santiago Bernabeu. The match was so even, both teams settled for a 1-1 draw.

Counter-attacking football

Los 'Blancos' started the match on their back foot, keeping tight defensive markings around Erling Haaland and Bernardo Silva.

Two giants

Thanks to Antonio Rudiger's persistent pressing, Erling Haaland had a match to forget. The Germans completely deactivated the Viking goalscoring machine.

All eyes on Haaland

Haaland was denied every shot on goal, and Ancelotti will want more of the same from his defense at the Etihad Stadium.

Key figure

The Norwegian striker has been essential for Pep Guardiola's football. Ever since Sergio Aguero left Manchester, Guardiola has struggled to find a solid replacement.

Goalscoring machine

Erling Haaland has proven to be a goalscoring machine this season at Manchester City, scoring 36 goals in the Premier League alone!

Vini, the antidote

In the midst of Manchester City's dominance, Vini Jr would constantly break loose in lightning-fast counterattacks down the left wing, finding plenty of space in behind the City defence.

Same plan

Carlo Ancelotti will be expecting more of the same at the Etihad. Having Vini Jr and Rodrygo on your wings is a constant goal-scoring threat.

What to expect?

We can expect "total football" alongside strong tackles, shirts pulled, and high knees. Both teams play excellent football and will do whatever they can to have the upper hand over the other.

Where and when?

The semifinal showdown will take place on May 17th at 9:00 pm CEST. May the best team win!