Manchester City have maintained an impressive unbeaten streak of 41 home games across all competitions and have been in rampant scoring form, netting at least three goals in each of their last four matches. Meanwhile, Real Madrid have also shown their scoring prowess, with 21 goals in this Champions League campaign. Phil Foden has been a standout performer for City, contributing five goals in the competition so far.
City Look to Extend Home Dominance Following a pulsating 3-3 draw in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash, Manchester City are set to host Real Madrid in what promises to be another enthralling encounter at the Etihad Stadium. The previous meeting saw City quickly take the lead, only for Madrid to respond swiftly and gain the upper hand early on. However, City rallied back in the second half, only for a late goal from Federico Valverde to even the scores, setting the stage perfectly for the second leg.
Last season’s semi-final saw City dismantle Madrid 4-0 at home after a drawn first leg, and while the Spanish giants have closed the gap since then, City’s recent form, including a 5-1 demolition of Luton Town, suggests they are well-placed to claim another victory.
High Scoring Affair Expected For those looking to enhance their betting value, backing a City win combined with over 2.5 goals could be rewarding, reflecting the outcome in three of City’s last four games. Madrid’s attack, spearheaded by the likes of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, and Rodrygo, ensures they are more than capable of contributing to a high-scoring game, yet City are likely to emerge as winners.
A 3-1 victory for City could be a sensible scoreline prediction, considering the offensive capabilities on display from both sides.
Phil Foden in the Spotlight In terms of goalscoring opportunities, Phil Foden is a prime candidate to consider. Foden’s recent form includes a hat-trick against Aston Villa and a crucial goal in the first leg at the Bernabeu. With a total of five goals and three assists in this season’s Champions League, Foden’s influence will be key in City’s pursuit of a win and advancement in the tournament, making him a strong choice to score anytime in the upcoming match.
