Real Madrid vs Braga at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on November 8, 2023, at 8 pm UK time.
The first leg saw Real Madrid secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory, with goals from the dynamic duo of Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham. Notably, Bellingham etched his name into the history books, becoming only the second player after Christian Karembeu to score in each of Real Madrid’s first three Champions League group games.
Real Madrid, buoyed by their stellar performances in the tournament, will aim to solidify their standing and dominance in this highly anticipated fixture. Meanwhile, Braga, a force to be reckoned with in their own right, enters this match with an impeccable record of never having drawn a Champions League game, tally of 5 wins and 10 losses in all their UCL encounters.
Real Madrid vs Braga
Date: November 8, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM UK time
Venue: Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
Real Madrid has showcased remarkable form in their recent matches, sitting comfortably at the top of Group C. They secured a 2-1 victory against Braga in their previous encounter highlighting their quality. Moreover, they haven’t suffered a defeat in their last 7 games across all competitions.
Prediction #1: Real Madrid to win
Braga, despite sitting at the third position in the group, has displayed glimpses of their attacking prowess, notably securing a victory against Union Berlin. They have seen over 2.5 goals in 7 out of their last 9 games.
Prediction #2: Over 2,5 match goals
Considering recent stats Real Madrid and Braga have seen most of their last games end with a GG, it’s highly probable that this match will witness goals from both sides. Real Madrid’s consistent scoring and Braga’s penchant for both teams to score underline the likelihood of goals being netted at both ends.
Prediction #3: Both Teams to Score
Bookmaker Ratings predict both teams to score and over 2.5 match goals. The prediction leans toward a narrow victory for Real Madrid, with an anticipated final score of 3-2, reflecting the potential for a thrilling and high-scoring contest between these two competitive teams.
Match Preview on Real Madrid vs Braga
Real Madrid returns from a victorious 2-1 bout against Braga in the previous Champions League round, maintaining their exceptional form at the top of the group. With wins against Braga, Napoli, and Union Berlin, they stand as the dominant force in Group C. Jude Bellingham, in particular, has been in stunning form, consistently finding the net in every Real Madrid game during the group stage, underscoring his crucial role in their attacking prowess.
On the flip side, Braga finds themselves at the third spot in the group, securing a solitary victory against Union Berlin and succumbing to defeats against Real Madrid and Napoli. Their defense has shown vulnerability, conceding in all three group stage matches, while their matches have consistently seen goals from both sides.
Real Madrid: Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior,Rodrygo, Kepa, Nacho, Camavinga, Rudiger, Garcia, Modric, Valverde, Carvajal
Braga: Matheus, Mendes, Borja, Niakate, Al-Musrati, Carvalho, Horta, Djalo, Zalazar, Banza, Saatci,