Tonight, Real Madrid will host Manchester City at home in the return leg of their Champions League playoff. This match marks the fourth consecutive season in which these two clubs have met in the knockout stage of Europe’s most prestigious club competition.

In the first encounter, played at the Etihad Stadium, Real Madrid triumphed 3-2 after a late comeback. Joško Gvardiol played the entire match for City and provided an assist, while Mateo Kovačić entered the game in the 61st minute. Luka Modrić came on for Real Madrid in the 81st minute.

"This result could be a trap for the return leg, as the players may relax. Therefore, we will prepare as we did for this match," said Real's coach, Carlo Ancelotti, after the game.

Pep Guardiola’s team has not been at their best this season, with all eyes now focused on the Champions League, as the English Premier League title is already out of reach for Manchester City.

The return leg between these two football giants can be watched live on HTV 2 or ArenaSport at 9:00 PM, with Modrić and his teammates hosting Manchester City as the clear favorites.

PHOTO: Profimedia / Author: Oli SCARFF / AFP / Profimedia

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