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The pressure was already on Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso and a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League raised further questions about his future.

Real Madrid sits fifth in the UCL, while ManCity is two points back in ninth. This will be the 15th all-time meeting between the two teams, all of which have come in the Champions League. Real Madrid has won the last three matchups, knocking City out in the Play-offs last year.

As the minutes ticked on, the frantic pace of the game settled. City were happy to defend their lead while the hosts’ energy dwindled. Whistles rang out, urging Alonso’s men to dig deep and put it all on the line for an equalizer.

Real Madrid's Champions League meeting with Manchester City is a make-or-break match for under-fire home boss Xabi Alonso.

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