Real Madrid’s stars were stuck at Manchester Airport for more than 30 minutes on Tuesday as their quest to reach another Champions League final hit an unforeseen snag.
Real Madrid’s travelling party were left perplexed after their bus failed to arrive on time in England’s north-west ahead of Wednesday night’s crucial semi-final, second leg against Manchester City, with the tie on a knife-edge at 1-1.
Manager Carlo Ancelotti appeared irritated as his key players milled around outside arrivals for more than 40 minutes.
Karim Benzema, at least, found the delay amusing, but Luka Modric appeared to share his manager’s displeasure said by football loop
Real Madrid ruined City’s hopes of capturing their first Champions League trophy in spectacular way a year ago at this stage, and they want lightning to strike twice.
Vinicius Jr scored against the run of play just before halftime in the first leg at the Bernabeu, only for Kevin De Bruyne to equalize with an equally remarkable goal.
However, with away goals a thing of the past, there isn’t much of a distinct edge for Pep Guardiola’s side heading back to the Etihad.
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The Real team coach eventually arrived, and they proceeded to their hotel, the Hyatt Regency, to resume preparations for the match.
Real welcomes back defender Eder Militao, who was suspended for the first leg last week.
Dani Carvajal is expected to start at full-back after missing Real Madrid’s 1-0 LaLiga victory over Getafe on Saturday due to a domestic suspension.
Despite making the trip, they will be concerned about Eduardo Camavinga’s fitness after the midfielder was withdrawn in the second half of Getafe’s triumph due to a knee injury.
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