Manchester City still in search for their first win in European football this season.
Although unbeaten domestically this season – Roberto Mancini's men have failed to register a win in the UEFA Champions League this season. With one point to their name and progression looking progressivly unlikely – Mancini has a few problems prior to the game.
City are last in group D having collecting one point from a possible nine. City will feel they deserved a point at Madrid – whilst a hard fought draw against Dortmund will be seen as a point gained for Mancini rather than two lost. However a 3-1 defeat to Ajax has ensured Man City face severe difficulties
Ajax are third now in Group D having failed to win either of their first two games. Although a win against Manchester City has ensured that qualifaction is a minor possibility. However, with Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid in the Group - qualification looks unlikely for the four time European Champions – who have failed to live up to their past in recent European competitions.
