Federico Valverde scored a hat-trick to lead Real Madrid into a 3-0 win over Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16.

Eden Hazard may have retired a few years ago, but he has remained quite active in the world of soccer. For that reason, he decided to speak out about all the pressure surrounding Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. He also made some surprising comments regarding the Brazilian’s early retirement.

One of the biggest talking points ahead of kickoff revolves around the absence of Kylian Mbappe, whose unexpected omission has raised serious questions about Madrid’s chances in one of the most anticipated ties of the tournament.

Real Madrid face Manchester City in the first leg of the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 edition. Here you can find kickoff times along with TV and streaming information for viewers in the United States.

After a hard-fought series against Benfica, Real Madrid face Manchester City, seeking a spot in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals. With Kylian Mbappe out, fans are keeping a close eye on Vinicius Jr., who looks set to make a difference in terms of goalscoring.

Real Madrid and the France national team reportedly have different views on what Kylian Mbappe should do in his recovery, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon.

The future of Christian Pulisic at international level could soon intersect with major changes in European club soccer, as Mauricio Pochettino, the head coach of the United States men's national soccer team, finds himself linked with one of the biggest jobs in the game.

In the immediate aftermath of the operation, Rodrygo addressed supporters with an emotional statement that quickly circulated across social media.

Ahead of the first leg in Madrid, the focus has shifted to the fitness of two of the tie’s biggest stars, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.

Throughout his professional career, Eden Hazard was coached by historic managers such as Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti. Nevertheless, the former Real Madrid star decided to mention another one as the best manager in history, surprising the fans.

After his knee injury, the condition of Kylian Mbappé has been surrounded by uncertainty, with talk even emerging about a serious injury. In response to this, coach Álvaro Arbeloa shared a positive update on the Frenchman, sparking hope among the fans.

Despite the strong criticism, Mauricio Pochettino has managed to create a very interesting project with the USMNT. Nevertheless, the Argentine could be tempted to leave, as a top LaLiga team is reportedly interested in his arrival for the following season.

Xabi Alonso was expected to be the undisputed leader of Real Madrid, but the team’s poor performances led to his dismissal shortly after his arrival. Despite this, he seems to be finding his path again, as he is reportedly close to reaching an agreement with a Premier League side.

Although Real Madrid managed to secure their place in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, they will face Manchester City with significant absences. Not only will Vinícius Jr. be without Kylian Mbappé, but another key player for Álvaro Arbeloa has now been added to the list of absentees.

After Real Madrid's lackluster performances, Rodri Hernández's potential arrival from Manchester City was considered as a solid midfield reinforcement. Nevertheless, Kylian Mbappé's team reportedly ruled out pursuing him, opting instead for a young Premier League talent.