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Published 14:59 19 Feb 2025 GMT
Updated 15:17 19 Feb 2025 GMT

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Real Madrid face Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday night in the second leg of their knockout phase play-off.
Madrid lead 3-2 from the first leg and have home advantage tonight.
Man City, who won the tournament in 2023, face early elimination from the competition and must win by at least two goals to progress. There is also a possibility of extra-time and a penalty shootout.
Man City led twice in the first leg at the Etihad Stadium, with Erling Haaland scoring both goals.
Madrid, however, recovered and won 3-2 thanks to Jude Bellingham’s stoppage-time winner to give them an advantage heading into the return fixture.
Pep Guardiola’s side bounced back by thrashing Newcastle 4-0 in the Premier League on Saturday.
Omar Marmoush scored a hat-trick, while concerns over Haaland’s injury eased after he limped off but avoided serious damage.
The Spanish giants, meanwhile, could be on course for their first Champions League exit before the last-16.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side drew 1-1 with Osasuna in La Liga at the weekend, with Bellingham sent off, but Madrid often reserve their best performances for Europe.
When is Real Madrid v Man City?
The match takes place on Wednesday, 19th February 2025 at the Bernabeu. Kick-off is at 8pm.
How to watch Real Madrid v Man City on TV and online
In the UK, TNT Sports 1 will show the match live from 7 pm.
In Ireland, you can watch it live on TNT Sports and on RTÈ 2.
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