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UCL: Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks (Mar 17)
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Analysis & key factors
- Manchester City vs. Real Madrid odds favor City at -195
- City scored 2+ goals in the last 8 games at the Etihad.
- Over 2.5 goals took place in 7 of Real’s last 10 games.
Valverde smashed City in the first match in Madrid with his hat-trick, giving Real a comfortable lead ahead of a trip to the Etihad. Many say that everything is clear here. But to be honest, who can say with absolute certainty that shaken hosts can’t erase a 0-3 deficit?
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How to Watch
- When: Tuesday, March 17, 3:00 pm ET
- Where: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
- How to Watch: Paramount+
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Odds
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Preview
City is devastated these days, as it suffered another setback following the loss at the Bernabéu. Guardiola’s boys played only 1-1 against West Ham in London, allowing Arsenal to increase the gap between them in the EPL standings.
Man City’s fans put all of their hopes in excellent productivity at home, where their fans scored two or more goals in the previous 8 straight appearances.
Real Madrid is on fire these days, and without Kylian Mbappe. They have three wins in a row, scoring 9 goals in total, and many say that Mbappe’s presence on the field kills the chemistry, even though he delivers constantly.
This game will be perfect for Vinicius, who loves breaks and counters attacks, and let’s face it, Real will rely on them, that’s a fact. The Brazilian is currently unsettled in Madrid, but all eyes are on him in this matchup.
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Head to Head
Since 2020, these teams have met 12 times in the UCL. Real leads in knockout-stage clashes 3-1 since 2022.
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Predictions
Every City fan remembers the 2023 matchup in Manchester when the hosts won. Now, we don’t know who will win this matchup, but we’re sure three or more goals will be scored. There’s no other option for the hosts but to attack, which will open the game and make it offensive-minded.
- Free UCL Picks: Over 2.5 goals
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