Man City vs Real Madrid Player Lineup Prediction

Jakarta, Beritasatu.com – Manchester City will face visiting team Real Madrid in legs both Champions League quarter-finals, at the Etihad Stadium, Thursday (18/4/2024) early morning starting 02.00 WIB.

In the first meeting at the Santiago Bernabue Stadium, Real Madrid's home ground, the two teams played closely so that the score ended in a 3-3 draw.

Man City took the lead after just two minutes of the game thanks to Bernardo Silva's goal. Real Madrid then scored two goals and went ahead through an own goal from Ruben Dias in the 12th minute and Rodrygo (14th).

Man City equalized and took the lead again thanks to the actions of Phil Foden in the 66th minute and Josko Gvardiol (71st). Real Madrid avoided defeat after successfully scoring the third goal thanks to Federico Valverde (79).

This result means both teams have an equal chance of advancing to the next round. Man City benefits because they will play in front of their own supporters at the Etihad Stadium.

Man City coach Pep Guardiola is expected to use a 4-1-4-1 formation. He will place Erling Haaland as the sole striker. This striker from Norway will be supported by four players, namely Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish.

Rodri will play in front of the defense. Meanwhile, the back line was entrusted to Kyle Walker, Manuel Akanji, Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol. The position as goalkeeper will be entrusted to Ederson.

Meanwhile in the Real Madrid camp, coach Carlo Ancelotti will use a 4-3-1-2 formation. This Italian coach will pair Rodrygo with Vinicius Junior. This Brazilian duet will be supported by British star Jude Bellingham.

Meanwhile, the middle row will be entrusted to Toni Kroos, Eduardo Camavinga and Federico Valverde. The back line will be guarded by Dani Carvajal, Nacho, Antonio Rudiger and Ferland Mendy. They will guard goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.

Manchester City scored five goals against Luton in a dominant performance at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. Coach Pep Guardiola rested players such as Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake.

Last weekend got even better for Pep Guardiola's side, as title challengers Liverpool and Arsenal both lost at home. Man City head into this match with a one-point lead at the top of the Premier League. This result is possible back-to-back trebles really happened.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid took another step towards the La Liga title with a 1-0 win at Mallorca at the weekend, thanks to a fine goal from Aurelien Tchouameni. However, this player from France was suspended and could not appear in the match against The Citizens. Man City is almost at full strength so it could be too tough for the visiting team in this match.

Predicted line-up:
Manchester City (4-1-4-1):
Goalkeeper: Ederson
Back: Kyle Walker, Manuel Akanji, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol
Middle: Rodri
Middle: Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish
Forward: Erling Haaland

Real Madrid (4-3-1-2)
Goalkeeper: Andriy Lunin
Back: Dani Carvajal, Nacho, Antonio Rudiger, Ferland Mendy
Middle: Toni Kroos, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde
Front: Jude Bellingham
Front: Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo