{"id":26441,"date":"2026-03-17T19:23:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T19:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/17\/manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-live-arbeloa-changed-from-first-leg-as-mbappe-sits-on-the-bench\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T19:23:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T19:23:26","slug":"manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-live-arbeloa-changed-from-first-leg-as-mbappe-sits-on-the-bench","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/17\/manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-live-arbeloa-changed-from-first-leg-as-mbappe-sits-on-the-bench\/","title":{"rendered":"Manchester City vs Real Madrid live: Arbeloa changed from first leg as Mbappe sits on the bench"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-section=\"articleBody\">\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">Hello everyone. Welcome to this MARCA English Live Blog. Watch the Champions League Round of 16 second leg match between Manchester City and Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium. Los Blancos are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals of Europe&#8217;s top club competition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">City trailed 3-0 in the first leg and returned home knowing they were on the brink of qualifying for the Champions League. Federico Valverde&#8217;s sensational first-half hat-trick in Madrid stunned Josep Guardiola&#8217;s side, and the aftermath of that night still lingers as they prepare for a second leg that will require both belief and precision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">Since then, concerns have only deepened. A frustrating 1-1 draw with West Ham highlighted ongoing attacking issues, with Erling Haaland enduring a rare slump in form and the supporting cast struggling to produce consistent performances. The Spanish giants also boast a remarkable record at this stage of the competition, having won 13 of their last 15 Round of 16 matches. He has repeatedly found a way to win when it matters most, especially against City.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">Their recent form reflects that confidence. A convincing 4-1 win against Elche extended their run of form, and despite having some key injuries, Real Madrid remain a team capable of controlling the tempo and punishing mistakes.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Manchester City vs Real Madrid Live: Latest Updates<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">What time is the match between Manchester City and Real Madrid?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">Manchester City vs. Real Madrid is scheduled to kick off at the Etihad Stadium in England on Tuesday, March 71 at 20:00 local time (GMT).<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">For U.S. fans, that translates to a 15:00 ET\/12:00 PT start as two European giants square off in soccer&#8217;s most prestigious club competition.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Where can I watch Manchester City vs. Real Madrid?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">When it comes to TV options when watching Manchester City vs. Real Madrid, fans will have no shortage of TV and streaming options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article__paragraph \">Fans in the US should watch Paramount+ with additional options available through DAZN USA, CBS Sports Network and CBS Sports Golazo. Spanish-language broadcasts are available on TUDN, UniMas, and VIX.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marca.com\/en\/soccer\/champions-league\/m-city-r-madrid\/2026\/03\/17\/01_0103_20260317_43_186-live.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello everyone. Welcome to this MARCA English Live Blog. Watch the Champions League Round of 16 second leg match between Manchester City and Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium. Los Blancos are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals of Europe&#8217;s top club competition. 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