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Manchester City vs. Real Madrid: Preview, prediction, date, kick-off times, venue, how to watch Champions League last 16 match on DAZN
The Champions League was back in its dramatic glory last week, producing two nights of jaw-dropping action in the first legs of the round of 16 knockouts.
One of the most eye-catching performances last week was the latest chapter in Real Madrid and Manchester City's annual Champions League rivalry, as once again, the Spanish side gained the upper hand over Pep Guardiola's men.
Federico Valverde's first-half hat-trick was enough to set Madrid up with a 3-0 lead to take to Manchester and look to eliminate City from the competition for a third season in a row.
For the home side, it's a scoreline they'll think can be turned around if they score early, but City must be mindful of not conceding again, or it'll be curtains to their Champions League chase once again and once again at the hands of Real Madrid.
DAZN News has all the information ahead of Manchester City vs. Real Madrid.
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid kick-off, date, venue
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid will take place at 8pm GMT on Tuesday, March 17 in the Champions League.
That means that fans watching in the US and Canada can see the game at 3pm ET and 12pm PT, while it's a 7am kick-off on Wednesday, March 18, for fans in New Zealand.
- Date: Tuesday, March 17 2026
- Kick-off: 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 7am NZST (March 18)
The fixture will take place at The Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid - the key men
Federico Valverde - Real Madrid
Who else could it be after that first leg performance?
The Uruguayan is finally getting the credit his displays have deserved in recent years for Madrid and he shone brightest against City last week.
His energy in the middle is what makes the Spanish giants tick and excels wherever he is deployed.
Marc Guehi - Manchester City
Tuesday night should all be about attack for City, but they have to be careful not to concede and find themselves completely out of the tie - that's where Guehi comes in.
The England man has been almost faultless since making the move north in January, and he'll be key in keeping the Madrid stars out.
The cool, calm defensive style of the centre-back is exactly what is required.
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Manchester City vs. Real Madrid prediction
A three-goal deficit isn't out of reach for Pep Guardiola's men, but Madrid have become their Achilles heel and it's hard to see the Spanish giants not scoring in Manchester - and ultimately dumping City out AGAIN.
Prediction: Manchester City 1-1 Real Madrid
How to watch Manchester City vs. Real Madrid in the USA on DAZN
Soccer fans in the US can watch Manchester City vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League in Spanish language as part of their DAZN subscription package.
An annual upfront payment is $224.99 , while paying monthly for 12 months is $19.99 and also provides access to 185 fight nights a year across boxing, MMA, PFL, BKFC, Glory and much more.
CBS has coverage of every Champions League match in English language this season. You can get more details and subscribe to CBS's Champions League coverage here.
Fans can watch extra Champions League games in Spanish on ViX. A selection of those matches are also available on UNIMÁS and TUDN.
How to watch the Champions League in New Zealand on DAZN
Every Champions League game during the 2025-26 season is streamed in high definition and comes as part of a DAZN subscription.
An annual subscription costs $14.99 per month for 12 months and also provides access to 185 fight nights a year across boxing, MMA, PFL, BKFC, Glory and much more.
How to watch the Champions League in Canada on DAZN
Watch every game of the Champions League this season in Canada with a DAZN subscription.
There are three subscription options, each offering a different selection of sports. Access to every Champions League match is included in all three package offerings, ranging from $29.99 to $44.99 per month (for 12 months)
