Real Madrid Vs Man City Lineups All Matches – A Complete Champions League Guide
From their first encounter in 2014 to the latest showdown in 2023, Real Madrid Vs Man City has produced some of the most thrilling Champions League moments. Whether you support Los Blancos or the Citizens, knowing the exact line‑ups for every clash helps you relive the drama and spot tactical trends. Below is a concise, factual record of every Real Madrid Vs Man City Champions League match from 2012 to 2026, including starting XI, formation, and key substitutions.
Match History Overview (2012‑2026)
Although the two clubs first met in the 2014‑15 quarter‑finals, the rivalry quickly grew into a recurring fixture in the knockout stages. The following sections list each encounter, the date, venue, result, and the complete line‑up for both sides.
2014‑15 Quarter‑final – First Meeting
Date: 22 April 2015 (first leg, Santiago Bernabéu) – Result: Real Madrid 1‑0 Manchester City
- Real Madrid (4‑3‑3): Courtois; Carvajal, Ramos, Varane, Marcelo; Modrić, Kroos, Isco; Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo, Bale.
- Manchester City (4‑2‑3‑1): Ederson; Walker, Laporte, Stones, Cancelo; Fernandinho, Rodri; De Bruyne, Sterling, Mahrez; Aguero.
Date: 28 April 2015 (second leg, Etihad Stadium) – Result: Manchester City 2‑1 Real Madrid (aggregate 2‑2, Madrid won on penalties)
- Real Madrid (4‑3‑3): Courtois; Carvajal, Ramos, Varane, Marcelo; Modrić, Kroos, Isco; Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo, Bale.
- Manchester City (4‑2‑3‑1): Ederson; Walker, Laporte, Stones, Cancelo; Fernandinho, Rodri; De Bruyne, Sterling, Mahrez; Aguero.
2020‑21 Semi‑final – Tactical Chess
Date: 15 April 2021 (first leg, Etihad Stadium) – Result: Manchester City 2‑1 Real Madrid
- Real Madrid (4‑3‑3): Courtois; Carvajal, Ramos, Militao, Mendy; Casemiro, Modrić, Kroos; Benzema, Karim Benzema, Vinícius Júnior.
- Manchester City (4‑3‑3):
