In the game of the Champions League round, Real Madrid and Manchester City meet in the latest instalment of their rivalry with Xabi Alonso coming under increasing pressure.
Having started life back at Real in brilliant style, the former Leverkusen boss has stumbled of late with just two wins in his last seven and reports of discontent in the squad, most notably with Vinicus Jr.
Sunday's shock 2-0 home loss to Celta Vigo leaves them four points off Barcelona at the top of La Liga, while Alonso is also dealing with an injury crisis that has decimated his defence.
So, it could hardly be a worse time to face City, Erling Haaland and a support cast finally starting to find the net. Will Alonso ease the pressure or can Guardiola topple Madrid? AllSportsPeople brings you the latest tips, betting odds and predictions.
Real Madrid vs. Manchester City Prediction: Who Will Win?
There is so many variables to this game - Real's recent poor form, their ongoing injury issues, Alonso's relationship with the team, City's inconsistency and their record against Real in this competition.
That's before we mention that some of the very best players in the world will be on show, led by another clash between Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, who are both in incredible scoring form.
Goals feel as close to a guarantee as possible but we find it hard to pick a winner.
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Head-to-Head: Real Madrid vs. Man City
- This is the 15th meeting between the sides with Real holding the win advantage 6-4.
- This is amazingly the fifth consecutive season the clubs have played in the Champions League with Real knocking City out in three of the last four seasons.
- City's only win at the Bernabeu came in February 2020 when Kevin De Bruyne inspired a stunning comeback win.
Real Madrid vs. Man City: Form Guide
Real Madrid — Last 5 matches (All competitions)
- Real Madrid 0-2 Celta Vigo (La Liga)
- Athletic Club 0-3 Real Madrid (La Liga)
- Girona 1-1 Real Madrid (La Liga)
- Olympiacos 3-4 Real Madrid (Champions League)
- Elche 2-2 Real Madrid (La Liga)
Man City – Last 5 matches (All competitions)
- Man City 3-0 Sunderland (Premier League)
- Fulham 4-5 Man City (Premier League)
- Man Cirt 3-2 Leeds (Premier League)
- Man City 0-2 Leverkusen (Champions League)
- Newcastle 2-1 Man City (Premier League)
Real Madrid vs. Man City: TSN Score Prediction
Haaland has scored 20 in 20 this season for Man City but even his ridiculous record is topped by Mbappe, who has 25 in 21 including nine in the Champions League already.
It's already a season-high for the Frenchman and he will be desperate to lead his side to victory, as will the Norwegian goal machine.
We think both will score in an absolute thriller at the Bernabeu.
Score Prediction: Real Madrid 2-2 Man City (10/1 with Bet365)
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Real Madrid vs. Man City Team News
Real Madrid Team News
- Alonso has a whole host of injuries to deal with, all of which are in defence.
- Eder Militao has been ruled out for up to four months after suffering a leg injury and joins the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen in the treatment room.
- Eduardo Camavinga is a doubt but could yet start in what is still a stacked Madrid side.
Man City Team News
- Guardiola has far less injury concerns with John Stones' unspecified knock potentially keeping him like it did in the win over Sunderland.
- Rodri and Mateo Kovacic remain sidelined as they continue their recoveries from long-term issues.
- Tijjani Reijnders may come in for Bernardo Silva to beef up City's midfield.
Real Madrid vs. Man City Lineups: Predicted Starting XI
This is how we think these two sides will lineup at the Bernabeu with Eduardo Camavinga coming in for Real and Tijjani Reijnders starting for Man City.
Real Madrid predicted lineup to play Man City
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1)
Courtois (GK) – Valverde, Asencio, Rudiger, Carreras – Tchouameni, Camavinga – Guler, Bellingham, Vinicius Jr – Mbappe
- Out: Militao, Huijsen, Alexander-Arnold, Carvajal, Mendy
- Doubtful: Camavinga
- Suspensions: N/A
Man City predicted lineup to play Real Madrid
Man City (4-2-3-1)
Donnarumma (GK) – Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly – Gonzalez, Silva – Cherki, Foden, Doku – Haaland
- Out: Rodri, Kovacic
- Doubtful: Stones
- Suspensions: N/A
Real Madrid vs. Man City Betting Odds
- Real Madrid to win: 31/20 with AKBets
- Man City to win: 13/8 with Paddy Power
- Draw: 29/10 with Spreadex
Bet Builder Tips: Real Madrid vs. Man City
Our bet builder for Real Madrid vs. Man City is a draw with both teams to score, and both Haaland and Mbappe to score. That came in at 18/1 on Bet365 at the time of writing.
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How To Watch: Real Madrid vs. Man City Live Stream, TV Channel
Here’s all the key information for how to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City.
- Date: Wednesday, December 10
- Venue: Bernabeu, Madrid
- Time: 8:00 p.m.
- TV/Stream: TNT Sports