Real Madrid will take on Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, 10 December, in the pick of the action from matchday six.
The match is reportedly a huge one for Xabi Alonso, whose job is under threat if Los Blancos fail to pick up all three points.
As part of this week's round of Champions League betting tips, here is our Real Madrid vs Man City prediction.
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Real Madrid vs Man City prediction: Expect goals
Key Stats
- A total of 17 goals have been scored across Man City's last three matches.
- A total of 14 goals have been scored across Real Madrid's last four matches.
- Real Madrid are unbeaten across their last four matches against Man City.
Correct score prediction: Real Madrid 3-2 Man City
With the attacking talent on the pitch on Wednesday, combined with the defensive frailties in both squads, this could end up being a Champions League classic.
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Pre-game odds and win probability: The hosts are narrow favourites
- HOME: 29/20 (2.45) – 40.8%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) 26.3%
- AWAY: 6/4 (2.50) – 40%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Real Madrid vs Man City odds illustrate just how difficult this match is to call. Ladbrokes have given Real Madrid a 40.8% chance of winning the match, while Man City have been given a 40% of claiming all three points.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Real Madrid
As mentioned earlier, Real Madrid boast an impressive recent record against Man City. Of their four most recent meetings, Los Blancos have won two and drawn two, which could give them a psychological edge on Wednesday night.
UEFA Champions League 19/02/25
Real Madrid
Man City
UEFA Champions League 11/02/25
Man City
Real Madrid
UEFA Champions League 17/04/24
Man City
Real Madrid
UEFA Champions League 09/04/24
Real Madrid
Man City
UEFA Champions League 17/05/23
Man City
Real Madrid
Real Madrid preview: Defensive casualties
Xabi Alonso is suffering from a defensive crisis in the Spanish capital, which worsened at the weekend when Eder Militao was forced off with a hamstring injury. The Brazilian joins Dan Carvajal, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ferland Mendy in the treatment room while David Alaba and Dean Juijsen are further doubts.
Predicted lineup: Courtois (GK), Valverde, Asencio, Rudiger, Carrera, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Guler, Bellingham, Vinicius Jr, Mbappe
Last five results
- Real Madrid 0-2 Celta Vigo
- Athletic Bilbao 0-3 Real Madrid
- Girona 1-1 Real Madrid
- Olympiacos 3-4 Real Madrid
- Elche 2-2 Real Madrid
Man City preview: Stones added to the injury list
John Stones missed the match against Sunderland at the weekend and the England defender isn't expected to travel to Madrid, either. Stones joins Rodri, once a target for Real Madrid, and Mateo Kovacic, once a player for Real Madrid, on Man City's injury list.
Predicted lineup: Donnarumma (GK), Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly, Nico, Cherki, Reijnders, Foden, Doku, Haaland
Last five results
- Man City 3-0 Sunderland
- Fulham 4-5 Man City
- Man City 3-2 Leeds
- Man City 0-2 Bayer Leverkusen
- Newcastle 2-1 Man City
Player to watch: Erling Haaland
Erling Haaland is reportedly a top target for Real Madrid, so it will be interesting to see how he gets on at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Norwegian goal machine will also be looking to outdo Kylian Mbappe, who is seen as his main competition for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.