Match Summary
Real Madrid defeated Manchester City 3:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Mbappé 4′, K. Mbappé 33′, K. Mbappé 61′, Nico González 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Real Madrid had 48% possession while Manchester City held 52%. Real Madrid had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Manchester City. Expected goals: Real Madrid 1.80 — Manchester City 1.32. Real Madrid made 5 substitutions, Manchester City made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Madrid and Manchester City — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Raúl Asencio
assist: Rodrygo
assist: F. Valverde
Match Statistics
Real Madrid had 48% possession against Manchester City's 52%. Real Madrid registered 15 shots (8 on target) while Manchester City managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Real Madrid lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under C. Ancelotti, while Manchester City deployed a 4-3-1-2 under Pep Guardiola.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Madrid is 7.14, compared to 6.90 for Manchester City. 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. Real Madrid's highest-rated starter is K. Mbappé (8.03), while Manchester City's best-rated player is J. Gvardiol (7.42).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Madrid have contributed 14 goals and 3 assists this season, led by K. Mbappé (13G). Manchester City's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Bernardo Silva (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Real Madrid deploy 4 defenders rated 6.72 on average, against Manchester City's 4-man backline averaging 7.01. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Real Madrid field 4 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Manchester City's 4 rated 6.66. 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.
Forward Threat
Real Madrid start 2 forward(s) averaging 8.03, compared to 2 for Manchester City averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 91% for Real Madrid and 94% for Manchester City. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Real Madrid's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Manchester City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Real Madrid's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: Raúl Asencio (22), oldest: F. Mendy (30)), while Manchester City average 26.2 (youngest: A. Khusanov (21), oldest: J. Stones (31)). 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
Real Madrid's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 6 for Manchester City. 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Madrid have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Manchester City show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Real Madrid and Manchester City have met 3 times — Real Madrid won 2, Manchester City won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Real Madrid leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (6 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026