Savinho says Manchester City confident ahead of Real Madrid Champions League clash

Manchester City winger Savinho said the club is confident ahead of the all-important Champions League playoff clash against Real Madrid. The Cityzens will host the Los Blancos at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

Manchester City haven’t been in the best of forms in the ongoing season and they will start the contest as an underdog. City and Real Madrid have faced each other on five occasions in the last five years in the Champions League.

The Brazilian said they are used to big games and they will be ready for the big clash against the Spanish giants.

“These are the games that I came to Manchester City to play in and every big player wants to play in them, so not just me, but many experienced players who are in the dressing room,” he told ESPN.

“These are the games for the big players, the big managers. They are great games to watch, great games to play in and hopefully Manchester City can come out with two victories over these two legs.

“It was a calm atmosphere [when the draw was made]. We’re used to it, we played them a lot over recent seasons. It’s such a beautiful tie.

“We stayed calm, of course we had no choice. We couldn’t choose who our opponents would be, but we’re just waiting to get out onto the pitch.”

Savinho knows his Brazilian teammates Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo, who are going to hold the key for Real Madrid, from close quarters.

“It’s a team I know a lot,” he said. “They have great players. Real Madrid are among the best teams in the world, so we hope to put on a great show. It’s going to be a great tie to watch, a great tie to play in. Hopefully, luck is on our side and Manchester City can progress.”

Real Madrid have a great Champions League record and Manchester City will need to be at their best.