Real Madrid vs Manchester City takes centre stage on Wednesday night at the Santiago Bernabéu, and RMxtra can confirm that Los Blancos have now wrapped up their final training session at Real Madrid City ahead of this decisive Champions League matchday six clash (9:00 pm CET).
The squad reported early at Valdebebas, beginning the day with an activation and strength routine in the gym designed to sharpen intensity while managing fatigue at this critical stage of the season. Once the group moved out onto the pitches, the players went through dynamic joint-mobility work to loosen up before the ball-work began.
Real Madrid vs Manchester City: High-tempo rondos and tactical fine-tuning
Training then shifted into high-tempo rondos, with short passing sequences, pressing triggers and quick transitions forming a key part of the session. The focus was clearly on tempo, decision-making and precision under pressure — all fundamental elements for facing Manchester City’s aggressive pressing and fluid possession game.
Afterwards, Xabi Alonso and his staff moved into a tactical phase. The squad was divided into units to rehearse build-up patterns, pressing structures and defensive organisation, with special attention on how to manage City’s movement between the lines and wide overloads. Set-piece routines, both attacking and defensive, were also worked on as Madrid look to exploit any marginal gains in what is expected to be a top-level European contest.
Small-sided games to sharpen rhythm
To close out the session, the group played several small-sided games in reduced spaces. These drills demanded maximum concentration, quick combinations and fast reactions, mirroring the kind of intensity Madrid expects under the Bernabéu lights on Wednesday. Goalkeepers were heavily involved too, working on distribution under pressure and close-range shot-stopping.
The injured players continued with their personalised recovery programmes away from the main group, under the supervision of the club’s medical and fitness staff. Kylian Mbappé and Eduardo Camavinga trained indoors, following tailored workloads as the coaching staff carefully manage their minutes and physical condition ahead of a potentially long Champions League campaign.
With the final preparations complete, all attention now turns to the Santiago Bernabéu, where Real Madrid will look to seal a statement result in front of their home fans and finish the group stage on a high. RMxtra will have full coverage of Real Madrid vs Manchester City before, during and after the final whistle, including live updates, reaction and in-depth post-match analysis.