Manchester City vs Real Madrid prediction and betting tips on February 11, 2025
Game Prediction
On February 11, 2025, the first leg of the Champions League playoff round will feature Manchester City vs Real Madrid. This duel is considered by many to be an early final.
Our prediction for the match Manchester City vs Real Madrid
The "Citizens" were unable to repeat their treble last season, but they still managed to remain the leaders in the Premier League. Currently, after a decent start, they've had a clear slump and are now trying to recover the situation. Although it's unlikely they’ll be able to defend their Premier League title. The "Galacticos," after knocking out the English club on penalties in the previous edition, ultimately won the Champions League again. Domestically, they took the Supercup and La Liga. However, things are much more complicated for them now. The way the current Spanish Supercup ended, with a humiliating defeat to Barcelona, speaks volumes. In La Liga, it seems they're playing a game of who will slip up more, with "Barca" and Atlético both in the mix.
In the Champions League, Guardiola's side also experienced a serious dip. After earning seven points in their first three rounds, the favorites lost three matches, allowing Feyenoord to fight back from a 0-3 deficit to draw. They also lost to PSG in January despite leading 2-0. Only in their "home" clash with Brugge did they manage to secure a crucial win, although they conceded first, right before halftime.
The "Galacticos" haven't been without struggles either. After five rounds, they had only two victories, against Stuttgart and Borussia Dortmund, with defeats to Lille, Milan, and Liverpool. But they managed to win against Atalanta, and in January, they beat both Red Bull Salzburg and Brest.
Manchester City vs Real Madrid: Key Statistics and Trends
- Manchester City has won one of their last five Champions League matches.
- The English side has been unbeaten at home with two wins and two draws.
- Manchester City has conceded goals in five consecutive matches.
- Real Madrid has won three in a row.
- The Spaniards have kept a clean sheet in their latest match.
Manchester City vs Real Madrid: Possible Starting Lineups
Manchester City (Possible lineup): Ederson – Gvardiol, Akanji, Husanov, Mateus Nunes – Gundogan, Kovacic, Bernardo Silva – Foden, Marmush, Haaland
Real Madrid (Possible lineup): Courtois – Mendy, Alaba, Tchouameni, Vazquez – Valverde, Modric, Rodrigo, Bellingham, Brahim Diaz – Mbappe
Previous Matches: Manchester City vs Real Madrid
The English side has won four times and lost three in their last eleven Champions League encounters. Last season, after exchanging draws, the English won on penalties.
Free prediction for the match Manchester City vs Real Madrid
The English are considered the favorites at home. However, given the defensive problems of both giants, a bet on "over 3.0 goals" (odds – 1.86) seems promising.
Place your bet for the upcoming match and follow your team's progress in the Champions League standings.