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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Ap Correspondent

Real Madrid handed huge double injury boost for Man City clash

  • Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham have been included in Real Madrid's squad for the Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City.
  • Mbappe has been sidelined since 21 February with a knee problem, while Bellingham has been out since 1 February due to a thigh complaint.
  • Real Madrid hold a commanding 3-0 lead from the first leg, where Federico Valverde scored a hat-trick, and have now been handed a double injury boost for the second leg.
  • Coach Alvaro Arbeloa is expected to provide an update on the fitness of both stars and their potential to start in Tuesday's match at the Etihad Stadium.
  • Real Madrid secured a 4-1 victory over Elche on Saturday, while Manchester City drew 1-1 with West Ham to fall further behind Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

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Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham back in Real Madrid squad to face Man City

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