We’re getting down to the nitty gritty in the UEFA Champions League as we approach the final matchday for this year’s competition. All 32 clubs involved know what is at stake over the course of the next 90 minutes, with some being in control of their own destiny and others needing a favour. Today, we’ll be taking a look at what should be a fun clash between Red Star Belgrade and Manchester City.
Red Star Form GuideThey may not always get the results they need on the big stage, but it’s hard not to enjoy watching Red Star Belgrade play football - especially at home in Europe. They bring the atmosphere and they bring the physicality, and in a game like this against the reigning champions, you can bet they’ll be extra motivated to pull off the upset.
Red Star were simply outfought in their opener with Manchester City as they lost 3-1 after taking the lead. They went on to draw 2-2 with Young Boys, but since then, they’ve lost three straight to Leipzig (home and away) and Young Boys on the road in Switzerland.
Manchester City Form GuideManchester City are the reigning champions of Europe and England, which is enough of a sign that things are going exceptionally well for Pep Guardiola right now. However, we live in a “what have you done lately” society. The big problem for City is going to be proving they can follow up on their treble success with more silverware, especially when it comes to the Champions League.
Up to this point in the competition, City have been pretty much perfect. Their results read as follows: 3-1 win vs Red Star, 3-1 win vs Leipzig, 3-1 win vs Young Boys, 3-0 win vs Young Boys, 3-2 win vs Leipzig. It doesn’t get much better than that.
Match PredictionThe atmosphere alone is going to make this an interesting watch as the visitors attempt to finish off the group in style. We do think it’ll be a tight game for long spells and Red Star may even get on the scoreboard, but ultimately, this will end in another Manchester City win.
