A Champions League showdown worthy of a final takes center stage tonight as Manchester City and Real Madrid lock horns in the first leg of their knockout battle.
With one of these European powerhouses set to crash out before the round of 16, City is desperate to salvage their European campaign after struggling domestically.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid, the reigning champions, arrive at the Etihad with a depleted defense. Carlo Ancelotti faces a major challenge, forced to reshuffle his backline due to injuries.
This marks the fourth consecutive year these two clubs have met in the competition, and their clashes never disappoint.
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