Real Madrid take on the visitors Manchester City in the first leg of UEFA Champions League semifinals. The match will be played on Tuesday, May 9th at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid).
Real Madrid were able to secure yet another title this season last Saturday. And arguably, it's the most significant achievement they have accomplished in the current campaign. Prior to this, Carlo Ancelotti's team won the UEFA Super Cup and the Club World Cup. However, they suffered a defeat to Barcelona in the domestic Super Cup on home turf during the winter, and more importantly, they fell hopelessly behind the Blaugrana in La Liga. Furthermore, after a series of setbacks in the spring, the Galacticos even relinquished their second-place position to Atletico, who finished one point ahead. Of course, there is a desire to outshine their neighbors, and it's quite crucial. But with all his experience, Carlo understands that Florentino Perez and the demanding fans want to achieve success in the Champions League, and to put a bright end to a controversial season. In the playoffs, they managed consecutive victories against English clubs, Liverpool and Chelsea. However, both opponents were in crisis, and now they will face the true strength of English football.
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Manchester City can finally achieve the treble. They have made it to the final of the FA Cup, where they will be the favorites in the derby duel against United. Additionally, in April, they managed to shift their status from pursuers to the familiar leadership of recent years. Arsenal first squandered their advantage with a series of draws and then suffered a crushing defeat in the direct clash. But all these domestic successes have already become somewhat tiresome under Guardiola. It's the victory in the Champions League that everyone, who cares about the "Blue Moon," dreams of. So far, Pep has only led his team to the final once during his tenure in the misty Albion, and it was only to suffer defeat against Chelsea. Now, his team has easily dealt with both playoff opponents, first RB Leipzig and then the formidable Bayern Munich. But now they have to overcome a much more challenging barrier...
Just remember the previous edition. Back then, Manchester City had an advantage both at home and away, but ultimately, Real Madrid progressed to the final thanks to Benzema's goal in extra time, and then they won it. The bookmakers consider Manchester City as favorites even away from home. However, Real Madrid is strong and experienced, and they are capable of at least avoiding defeat at home.
Prediction for the match: Real Madrid to win with 0.0 handicap.
