Overview
- The match takes place at the Santiago Bernabéu in the sixth round of the league phase.
- Real Madrid have 12 points and can secure direct advancement with a win, while Manchester City have 10 and can climb into the top eight with victory.
- Eduardo Camavinga has not recovered from a right-ankle issue, joining Éder Militão, Dani Carvajal, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen, Ferland Mendy and David Alaba on Madrid’s absentee list.
- Kylian Mbappé is doubtful with a fractured finger and trained separately from the squad.
- Mexican TV listings conflict on coverage and kickoff, with RÉCORD citing FOX One at 14:00 CT and El Imparcial listing Caliente TV.