Real Madrid vs Man City Preview: Can Madrid Survive Without Mbappé & Bellingham?

Real Madrid face Manchester City once again in the UEFA Champions League in what has become one of the defining rivalries of modern European football.
This fixture has delivered incredible moments for Madridistas over the past few seasons, but it has also brought heartbreak. Last season Real Madrid faced Manchester City in the playoff stage, where Kylian Mbappé produced a historic hat-trick performance.
This time, however, Carlo Ancelotti will have to approach the match very differently. Real Madrid will be without several key players including Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Éder Militão for the first leg, which could significantly change the tactical setup.
In this video we break down how Real Madrid could approach the game tactically, including the possibility of a 4-4-2 system with Arda Güler and Aurélien Tchouaméni in midfield. We also analyze Rodrygo’s recent form, Manchester City’s high pressing system, and the importance of transitions where Madrid could potentially exploit City’s biggest weakness this season.
We also discuss key individual battles such as Trent Alexander-Arnold’s defensive test, Ferland Mendy’s strong performance recently, and whether Gonzalo could provide the box presence Real Madrid need in Mbappé’s absence.
Finally, we take a look at predicted lineups for both teams and how Carlo Ancelotti may set up Real Madrid to compete against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
Can Real Madrid once again overcome Manchester City on the Champions League stage?
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