By Sam Brookes
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Some legendary former players in the building tonight.
Everyone wants to say “I was there” at tonight’s game, it really could be that special.
Clarence Seedorf and Fabio Cannavaro were seen at the Etihad before kick-off.
Fans head to the Etihad
With just over 90 minutes to go until kick-off, nerves will be gripping both sets of fans as they head to the Etihad.
The Road to London continues…
This year’s final will be held at Wembley for the first time in 13 years.
Both teams will be looking to take another step towards that main event, with the Champions League trophy being proudly displayed at the Etihad tonight.
Inside the Real Madrid locker room
Is Jude Bellingham the BEST player in the world?
Jude Bellingham has taken Madrid by storm since joining the Spanish giants last year, scoring 20 goals already in his first season.
And some Real Madrid fans have no doubt that he is the best player on the planet at the moment. Do you agree?
Real Madrid shows that they are all in this together
Aurelien Tchouameni is suspended for tonight’s game after receiving a yellow card last week, but he still traveled to today’s game to support his teammates.
How big will your mistake be tonight?
Missing two hours!
The countdown to the start of the match has already begun.
Real Madrid has already published its lineup, will Pep Guardiola give any surprises with his starting eleven?
Real Madrid’s starting eleven revealed, with ONE change compared to last week
Real Madrid does not mess around, as it publishes its lineup two hours before kickoff.
There is only one change from last week: experienced defender Nacho will take on the role of team captain in place of the suspended Aurelien Tchouameni.
Bellingham, Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo start in a formidable-looking front three.
Bernardo Silva wants ANOTHER Triplet
One just won’t do, we want two!
That is Bernardo Silva’s message on Manchester City’s quest to win consecutive trebles.
He has stated that City want to “create a legacy” and they will be one step closer to achieving that with a win tonight.
Jude Bellingham opens up about his move to Real Madrid
Florentino Pérez arrives in Manchester
This is a great night for Real Madrid as they seek revenge for the defeat suffered in the same stadium last year.
And club president Florentino Pérez is in town to see if Madrid can pull off a surprise victory against the defending champions.
Jude Bellingham denounces racist abuses in Spain
Jude Bellingham was the player proposed by Real Madrid to appear before the media yesterday.
The attacking midfielder was asked about racism in Spain as teammates Vinicius Jr and Aurelien Tchouameni are in the spotlight this season.
Bellingham called the abuse “disgusting” but admitted he has become “used” to the insults since moving to Madrid last summer.
Whatever you do, don’t step on the club’s crest!
The Real Madrid stars arrived in Manchester yesterday and last night took a walk around the Etihad pitch ahead of tonight’s clash against City.
Images have emerged of several players avoiding stepping on the Manchester City club crest as they exited the tunnel.
It’s supposed to be a sign of respect, but let’s just say fans haven’t been particularly impressed by the gesture…
Kyle Walker welcomes fourth child with wife Annie Kilner
Kyle Walker could return from a hamstring injury tonight and it has been a busy few days for the Manchester City defender.
His wife, Annie Kilner, gave birth to their fourth child after it was recently revealed that he is also the father of Lauryn Goodman’s eight-month-old baby girl.
Real Madrid fans at Old Trafford
When in Manchester, what should you do?
Well, some Real Madrid fans decided to visit Old Trafford today, the stadium of City’s bitter rivals, Man United.
Let’s hope they know where tonight’s game is actually taking place!
Pep Guardiola demands a great performance
Manchester City defeated Real Madrid at home in last year’s semi-finals, winning 4-0 in one of the most complete performances we have seen in European football in years.
His team may need to reach a similar level tonight to progress and he knows it.
Why do Manchester City and Arsenal play on the same night?
It was a source of frustration last week…trying to keep up with two brilliant games when Arsenal took on Bayern Munich and Manchester City took on Real Madrid at the same time.
There will be the same problem tonight, but there is a reason behind it, which Mail Sport can reveal…
Phil Foden vs. Jude Bellingham
There will be individual battles all over the pitch tonight, with Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham looking to outdo each other in the number 10 role for their respective teams.
Both men look to be key players for England at this summer’s Euros, but who will shine brighter in the Champions League tonight?
Mail Sport has taken a look at their statistics throughout the season…
Real Madrid fans take over Manchester
Beating Manchester City at the Etihad may be one of the toughest tasks in football right now, but Real Madrid are 14-time European champions and will relish their chances tonight.
Thousands of fans have traveled to soak up the Manchester atmosphere before kick-off, which is just over three hours away.
Good night!
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of tonight’s Champions League quarter-final second leg between Man City and Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium.
The first leg was a thrilling 3-3 draw, leaving the tie perfectly balanced.
Who will emerge victorious tonight and book their place in the semi-finals?
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