Manchester City vs Real Madrid betting tips: UEFA Champions League preview, predictions & odds
Last Updated: April 26, 2022 4:28 pm
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Man City to win and both teams to score (15/8)
Tuesday’s semi-final clash between Man City and Real Madrid is a mouthwatering prospect.
Both teams have firepower everywhere with Man City netting 23 goals and Real Madrid scoring 22.
However, especially at home, City should have just enough quality to win the first-leg.
Karim Benzema to score anytime (11/4)
Benzema has been fitting new levels this season.
The Frenchman has netted a stunning 39 goals in 40 matches.
He played a key role in helping Los Blancos reach the semis.
Karim Benzema celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg football match between Real Madrid CF and Chelsea FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on April 12, 2022. (Photo by PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU / AFP) (Photo by PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP via Getty Images)
Match preview: Manchester City vs Real Madrid
Man City produced a very professional performance in the quarter-finals to see off Atletico Madrid.
City earned a goalless draw at the Wanda Metropolitano to see them into the semi-finals.
In what was a very feisty contest in Madrid, Pep Guardiola’s side managed to keep their heads to advance.
Their 1-0 win in the first-leg proved enough to see them through.
Meanwhile, in the league, they maintained their one-point lead over Liverpool over the weekend.
City thrashed Watford 5-1 to ensure that they remain top with just five games remaining.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – APRIL 23: Gabriel Jesus of Manchester City celebrates after scoring their 4th goal during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Watford at Etihad Stadium on April 23, 2022 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)
Real Madrid eliminate reigning Euro champs
Real Madrid knocked out the reigning European champions Chelsea to reach the semi-finals.
Los Blancos just about got past Tuchel’s side despite losing 3-2 on the night in the second-leg.
The Blues gave Real a serious game at the Bernabeu but the quality of Benzema proved to be the difference.
The Frenchman once again scored in extra-time to see Carlo Ancelotti’s men through.
Madrid also took a step closer to securing La Liga they defeated Osasuna 3-1 to open up a 15 point lead at the top.
Lucas Vazquez of Real Madrid CF celebrates his goal during the LaLiga Santander match between Real Madrid and Getafe CF at Santiago Bernabeu on 09 April 2022 in Madrid Spain. (Photo by Eurasia – Alvaro Medranda/JustPictures/LiveMedia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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West Ham United vs Manchester City - 2:2
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Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City - 1:5
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Manchester City vs Newcastle United - 5:0
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Real Madrid vs Manchester City - 3:1
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Leeds United vs Manchester City - 0:4
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Latest match form, last 5 games: |
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Cadiz CF vs Real Madrid - 1:1
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Real Madrid vs Levante UD - 6:0
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Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid - 1:0
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Real Madrid vs Manchester City - 3:1
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Real Madrid vs Espanyol Barcelona - 4:0
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| May 15, 2022 | Premier League 21/22 | West Ham United | 2 - 2 | Manchester City |
| May 11, 2022 | Premier League 21/22 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 1 - 5 | Manchester City |
| May 8, 2022 | Premier League 21/22 | Manchester City | 5 - 0 | Newcastle United |
| May 4, 2022 | UEFA Champions League 21/22 | Real Madrid | 3 - 1 | Manchester City |
| April 30, 2022 | Premier League 21/22 | Leeds United | 0 - 4 | Manchester City |
| May 15, 2022 | LaLiga 21/22 | Cadiz CF | 1 - 1 | Real Madrid |
| May 12, 2022 | LaLiga 21/22 | Real Madrid | 6 - 0 | Levante UD |
| May 8, 2022 | LaLiga 21/22 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 0 | Real Madrid |
| May 4, 2022 | UEFA Champions League 21/22 | Real Madrid | 3 - 1 | Manchester City |
| April 30, 2022 | LaLiga 21/22 | Real Madrid | 4 - 0 | Espanyol Barcelona |
| Manchester City | Real Madrid | |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Matches played | 14 |
| 7 | Matches won | 8 |
| 165 | Goal attempts | 162 |
| 70 | Shots on goal | 65 |
| 54 | Shots off goal | 55 |
| 83 | Corner kicks | 53 |
| 47% | Average ball possession | 43% |
| 41 | Shots blocked | 42 |
| 23 | Cards given | 25 |
| 148 | Free kicks | 165 |
| 38 | Offsides | 15 |
| 3 | Shots on bar | 3 |
| 24 | Goals by foot | 24 |
| 4 | Goals by head | 3 |
| 29 | Goals scored | 28 |
| 16 | Goals conceded | 14 |
| Manchester City | Real Madrid | |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Matches | 10 |
| 6 | Home Matches | 4 |
| 4 | Away Matches | 6 |
| 17 | Total Goals | 18 |
| 1.7 | Average Goals Scored | 1.8 |
| 4 | Wins | 4 |
| 4 | Losses | 4 |
| 2 | Draws | 2 |
| May 4, 2022 | UEFA Champions League 21/22 | Real Madrid | 3 - 1 | Manchester City |
| April 26, 2022 | UEFA Champions League 21/22 | Manchester City | 4 - 3 | Real Madrid |
| August 7, 2020 | UEFA Champions League 19/20 | Manchester City | 2 - 1 | Real Madrid |
| February 26, 2020 | UEFA Champions League 19/20 | Real Madrid | 1 - 2 | Manchester City |
| July 27, 2017 | Int. Champions Cup 2017 | Manchester City | 4 - 1 | Real Madrid |
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What time is kick off between Manchester City vs Real Madrid?
19:00, Tuesday 26 April 2022
