Real Madrid is gearing up for a crucial match that could shape its season. The Spanish team will face Manchester City in the second leg, battling for a spot in the Champions League final stage. Here’s a breakdown of the potential outcomes and what they could mean for Real Madrid.

It is a different kind of team from the vastly experienced squad that won the Champions League four times in the mid-2010s, but on top of the enduring presence of Modric and the injured Carvajal, parallels can be seen in the demand for an all-star forward line to work hard out of possession without diluting their impact with the ball.