Champions League 2024-25: Pep Guardiola celebrates with Bernardo Silva| Photo: AP/Dave Thompson Champions League 2024-25: Pep Guardiola celebrates with Bernardo Silva| Photo: AP/Dave Thompson

Manchester City will play host to Real Madrid in the 1st leg of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 play-offs matchrich711, to be played on Wednesday, February 12 at the Etihad Stadium. (More Football News)

China, meanwhile, have experienced a rollercoaster of results. After a demoralizing 0-3 defeat to India, they bounced back with a 4-2 victory over Malaysia. However, their momentum was short-lived as they faced another loss, this time 2-3 against South Korea.

PR Sreejesh also said that he will continue to contribute to the sport and strive to help the country become a hockey superpower. 

The Los Blancos come into this fixture with a depleted squad, with key defenders facing wait on the sidelines.

As for Man City, Pep Guardiola's side finished 22nd in the League phase of the UCL by winning three matches of the eight played. Their win over Club Brugge sealed their spot in the play-off round, with the top eight earning a direct qualification to the next round.

Real, who drew their La Liga fixture 1-1 to rivals Atletico, might need to bring in some fresh faces or turn to their academy stars for the vital clash in the Champions League. This fixture is a must-win for either side, especially with the motive of staying in Europe on the line.

Madrid eliminated Man City in the quarterfinals one year ago,betpk login and in two epic semifinal legs before lifting the trophy in 2022. Man City won their semifinals meeting decisively in 2023 on the way to its first European Cup title.

A different City

It is a different Man City in personnel and personality that Pep Guardiola will send out Tuesday in Manchester.

Star midfielder Rodri is out injured despite being included Friday in an updated squad, playmaker Kevin De Bruyne is less often fit, and the team's pursuit of a fourth straight Premier League title has been conceded with Liverpool the likely successor.

New signings Omar Marmoush in attack and Nico Gonzalez in midfield have barely settled in — with Gonzalez getting injured early into his debut in the FA Cup and now a doubt for the Madrid game.

Madrid, however, is now rolling as La Liga leader since its early-season wobbles when Kylian Mbappé took longer than expected to settle in.

The France superstar has scored nine goals in his last eight games, most recently the equalizer against Atletico Madrid in the Spanish league on Saturday. His first game in a Madrid shirt against Erling Haaland is a key narrative among many before the winner is decided Feb. 19 at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.

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When and where is Man City vs Real Madrid, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 knockouts first leg?

The Manchester City vs Real Madrid, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Knockouts play-off 1st leg will be played on Wednesday, February 12 (IST) with the kick-off scheduled at 1:30am at the Etihad Stadium.

Who will telecast the Man City vs Real Madrid, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 knockouts first leg?

The Manchester City vs Real Madrid, UEFA Champions League 2024-25 knockouts first leg will be televised on the Sony Sports Network in India. Simultaneously, it will be streamed on the SonyLiv app and website.

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