Real Madrid are reportedly virtually disappointed with UEFA, as they face Manchester City once more in the 2025/26 Champions League as the official draw and fixtures has been confirmed. Even players like Antonio Rüdiger and Thibaut Courtois joked that they have met Manchester City more times with Madrid than they did while at Chelsea.
Florentino Pérez and the Real Madrid management must be wondering why the club seems to meet Manchester City every season in Europe’s premier competition. Some fans are even questioning whether the draw is pre-planned, or if there is a “draw before the draw.”
Softfootball notes that while this could be a coincidence, it is a recurring concern. In fact, we had already predicted a potential Madrid vs. Manchester City clash when reporting on the conclusion of the Champions League playoffs, as Atlético Madrid, Real Madrid, PSG, and Newcastle secured their Round of 16 spots.
