Manchester City Face Real Madrid in UCL Semifinal Clash
Unrivaled Haaland leads free-scoring City against defending champions
City look to avenge last season's defeat to Madrid
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, led by the prolific Erling Haaland, will take on Real Madrid, the UEFA Champions League record holders and defending champions, in the first leg of their semifinal clash on Wednesday, August 9th. The match will be a rematch of last season's thrilling semifinal, which Madrid won 6-5 on aggregate.
City have been in scintillating form this season, with Haaland scoring goals at an incredible rate. The Norwegian striker has already netted 11 goals in the Champions League this season, and he will be looking to add to his tally against Madrid.
Madrid, meanwhile, will be looking to defend their title and reach the final for the second time in three seasons. The Spanish giants have a wealth of experience in the Champions League, and they will be confident of overcoming City.
The first leg of the semifinal will be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, with the second leg taking place at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on May 10th. The winner of the tie will face either Liverpool or AS Roma in the final.
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