Welcome to this MARCA in English live blog for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash between Real Madrid and Manchester City, as the LaLiga side look to repel Erling Haaland and Pep Guardiola on Wednesday.

This Champions League clash marks the fifth consecutive season these two clubs meet in the knockout stages, and history suggests the winner often goes on to lift the trophy, as seen in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 campaigns.

Earlier this season, the teams already met in the league phase, with Man City claiming a 2-1 victory at the Bernabeu. Rodrygo scored first for Madrid before ErlingHaaland and NicoO'Reilly overturned the opener in a tense finish for the visitors.

City might receive a pre-game boost as Kylian Mbappe continues to recover from a left knee sprain, possibly missing the first leg. Real Madrid could face a disadvantage even while playing in front of their passionate home fans.

Eight previous meetings at the Bernabeu have produced 28 goals, highlighting the high-scoring potential of this fixture. For neutrals, the first leg promises quality action, with both sides keen to seize an early advantage in the tie

Madrid come into the clash with a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo as their most recent result, whilst they also eliminated Benfica by the same scoreline in their most recent Champions League matchday. Whilst City arrive having beaten Newcastle 3-1 in the FA Cup. Their last Champions League win was a 2-0 victory over Galatasaray back on January 28.

Arbeloa is likely to be without Mbappe, who remains in recovery but hopes to play if possible, making the availability of these key attackers a crucial factor for the tie's outcome. Rodrygo is sidelined with a long-term knee injury.

Madrid's back four is mostly decided, with Trent Alexander-Arnold's insight valuable at right-back. Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio likely start at center-back, while Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Arda Guler forming a versatile midfield trio.

Up top, Gonzalo Garcia could lead the line if Mbappe isn't fit, with Vinicius Junior given freedom to exploit spaces and cause disruption.

City's defense is largely set, with Rodri and Bernardo Silva in midfield and Antoine Semenyo, Rayan Cherki, and O'Reilly to support Haaland, who is available but Guardiola noted he still needs work on sharpness.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City LIVE: Latest Updates

What time is Real Madrid vs Manchester City?

Real Madrid vs Manchester City is scheduled to kick-off at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in Spain on Wednesday, March 11 at 21:00 local time (CET).

For fans in the United States, this translates to a 15:00 ET/12:00 PT start as these two European juggernauts clash in soccer's most illustrious club competition.

Where to watch Real Madrid vs Manchester City?

As for television options when it comes to viewing Real Madrid vs Manchester City, fans are not short of TV and Streaming choices.

Fans should tune into Paramount+, with further options available through DAZN USA, CBS Sports Network and CBS Sports Golazo. Spanish-language broadcasts are available at TUDN, UniMas and VIX.