For the Real Madrid vs Manchester City match in the Champions League play-off round this season, it could be quite an exciting match to watch for many people because both teams will definitely show their best abilities in the match in order to qualify for the next round. And I really have no doubts about Real Madrid's abilities this season, especially if Manchester City themselves are still not so good with their current condition so that it could be a pretty good opportunity for Real Madrid in the play-off round later.
Madrid also just lost to Espanyol, and before facing Man City, Madrid must face Atletico. Both are competing for the top position in La Liga.
Madrid must maintain their mentality in several matches before facing Man City, as well as the fitness of their players. Many people do favor Madrid, and so do I. But in certain situations, Madrid may not have fully recovered and be able to play well in the match against Man City.
Both are strong teams, but the situation of both is not good enough. We will only see if the more prepared team will win.