Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is set to face Real Madrid in a crucial Champions League play-off clash. Haaland, who has been in stellar form this season, took to social media to share a training update ahead of the match. Real Madrid, despite a disappointing Champions League campaign, secured their place in the Round of 16 and will be looking to capitalize on City's recent domestic struggles.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland took to social media to send a message to fans ahead of the club's crucial Champions League clash against Real Madrid . The match, the first leg of the inaugural play-off match, will determine who advances to the Round of 16 at the Etihad Stadium.
Haaland, who was given a well-earned rest in the last match after playing the majority of games for his club this season, shared a training update, posting a collage of photos with the caption: 'CL week!' as he prepares for one of City's biggest tests of the season. Meanwhile, Real Madrid has already secured their place in the Round of 16 after finishing top of the Champions League standings, avoiding the need for a play-off. They finished 22nd in the overall Champions League standings, narrowly avoiding automatic elimination by just one point. Their unconvincing campaign has put them in a difficult position, forcing them into this play-off tie against European giants Madrid. Domestically, Guardiola's struggles have also been evident. They currently sit 5th in the Premier League, 15 points behind long-time rivals Liverpool, as they fight to secure European qualification for next season. While Haaland has continued to deliver in front of goal, several key players have underperformed, and injuries have only worsened Guardiola's selection dilemmas. The absence of Ballon d'Or winner Rodri in midfield has left a significant gap that the team have struggled to fill, disrupting the team's balance.
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