21 November 2012 at 19:45
Match Summary
Manchester City and Real Madrid drew 1:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2012. Goals were scored by K. Benzema 10′, S. Agüero 73′ (pen.). Manchester City made 3 substitutions, Real Madrid made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Manchester City and Real Madrid — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. di María
Penalty
Lineups
Manchester City lined up in a — formation, while Real Madrid deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Manchester City is —, compared to 6.67 for Real Madrid. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Manchester City's highest-rated starter is —, while Real Madrid's best-rated player is L. Modric (6.67).
Midfield Control
Manchester City field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Real Madrid's 11 rated 6.67. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Age & Experience
The average age of Manchester City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Real Madrid average 40.0 (youngest: L. Modric (40), oldest: L. Modric (40)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Manchester City's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Real Madrid. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Manchester City have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Real Madrid show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Manchester City vs Real Madrid Head to Head Results
Manchester City and Real Madrid have met 15 times — Manchester City won 6, Real Madrid won 6, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. A combined 54 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.60 per match (28 for the home side, 26 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (73%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2022.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (15)
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