Watch the UEFA Champions League match between Real Madrid and Manchester City live, as Pep Guardiola’s team visits the Bernabeu. Stay updated with the latest updates.

Welcome to live coverage of the highly anticipated clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final. These two powerhouses are no strangers to each other, having faced off in the semi-finals last season. The rivalry between Pep Guardiola and Madrid goes way back to his days as a player and later as the triumphant manager of Barcelona in the Champions League.

However, this time around, Guardiola’s City side will have to overcome some significant obstacles. They arrive in the vibrant Spanish capital with a few key players missing from their lineup and are currently embroiled in a fierce battle for the Premier League title.

On the other hand, Madrid, despite having a few injury concerns of their own, are well-rested and sit comfortably at the top of La Liga with an eight-point lead. It is evident that they have been meticulously preparing for this crucial encounter.

Both teams will be eager to make a statement in this first leg. City will be looking to avenge their defeat from last season and prove that they can compete with the best in Europe. Guardiola’s tactical genius will undoubtedly be put to the test as he tries to outwit his counterpart, Zinedine Zidane.

Madrid, on the other hand, will be aiming to assert their dominance and show why they are the reigning champions of La Liga. With the likes of Karim Benzema and Eden Hazard leading their attack, they possess a formidable offensive threat that City’s defense will have to contend with.

The absence of key players for City, such as Sergio Aguero and Aymeric Laporte, will undoubtedly be felt. However, this presents an opportunity for other players to step up and make their mark on the grand stage. Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling will be expected to shoulder the goal-scoring burden, while the likes of Fernandinho and John Stones will have to be rock-solid at the back.

As the teams take to the pitch, the atmosphere is electric, and the anticipation is palpable. Both sets of fans are hoping for a thrilling encounter filled with drama and excitement. The stage is set for a clash of titans, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious in this battle for European glory.

Stay tuned for live updates and analysis as the action unfolds at the Santiago Bernabeu.