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Pep Guardiola optimistic despite Man City's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid

Manchester City's Champions League campaign ended in familiar frustration as Real Madrid eliminated them for a third consecutive season, sealing progression from the last-16 tie at the Etihad Stadium.

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Kylian Mbappe boost for Real Madrid as Jude Bellingham ruled out of Man City clash

Real Madrid will be boosted by the return of Kylian Mbappe for their decisive Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City but Jude Bellingham will play no part despite travelling with the squad.

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Pep Guardiola targets 'perfect game' as Man City face Madrid comeback miracle

Pep Guardiola has admitted Manchester City must deliver a "perfect game" if they are to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 second leg on Tuesday night.

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Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham back in Real Madrid squad for Man City clash

Real Madrid have received a significant lift ahead of their Champions League round-of-16 second-leg clash with Manchester City on Tuesday, with both Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham included in the squad traveling to England.

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Pep Guardiola: Lack of goals has hamstrung Man City's title challenge

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivered a candid assessment of his side's faltering title challenge after a frustrating evening in east London on Saturday.

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Manchester City dealt title blow after draw at West Ham

Manchester City failed to close the gap with top of the table Arsenal after a 1-1 draw in their Premier League match against West Ham United the London Stadium on Saturday.

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