The match between Real Madrid and Manchester City will be very exciting. Last year, when there was a similar match, we watched 2 great matches. I am sure they will give the same excitement this year. Real is the team in better shape right now, but I am sure we will watch a great final match in the Playoffs. The whole world will follow the 2 matches to be played in England and Spain.
After seeing the game between Manchester City and Arsenal that ended the way it ended, I think Madrid will be more confident that they can win the fixture against Manchester city and city will have their confidence tampered as they were literally humbled by an epic scoreline in the yesterday's fixture. I n this fixture it's sad that winning is the only option for either teams as they cannot draw and still have a chance so it's going to be a really epic and yet intriguing game between both teams.
Both teams suffered defeats last week, Man City lost badly to Arsenal while Real Madrid lost to the bottom team in the standings, it can be said that both teams are inconsistent. It's just that Real Madrid is better than Man City, but believe me Man City will still put up a fierce fight in this match. Both teams have the same chance to qualify for the next round, especially since the play-off match will be played at home and away.
This is the fifth meeting between Man City vs Real Madrid in a row. Although Real Madrid is highly favored and this is not an easy match, Man City could trouble or even beat Real Madrid. Because the first leg will be held at the Etihad Stadium, the momentum of playing at home must be utilized well by Pep Guardiola. In addition, Man City's strength has increased after Marmoush and Khusanov, of course Pep Guardiola will maximize their potential.
Among all the play-off matches, this match is the most exciting of course. Real Madrid relies on the creativity of its 4 stars, Man City is on the rise, Man City's collectivity and attacking power are already known under Pep Guardiola. In this match, we can also see between Halaand and Mbappe who is sharper and of course the defense lines of both teams will be decisive.