Real Madrid vs AC Milan, round 3 of the Champion’s League 2009/2010 group stages, October 21, 2009. The venue is at the Bernabeu where Madrid enjoys all the advantages. This is a match to watch for as the two has 16 Champion’s League trophies between them. What is your match results prediction on this one?

Real Madrid

Nine-time winner Real Madrid is without its best striker Ronaldo who has injured his ankle. He scored four times in this competition and his absence could really make a significant difference. But Kaka is there to carry the load and wreck havoc on his former team. If we remember, Kaka was instrumental in AC Milan’s most recent European glory. He is a leader himself and AC Milan’s knows that.

Coach Manuel Pellegrini is still wary of Milan though. He knows what the Italian Club is capable of doing.

AC Milan

Seven-time winner AC Milan has lost its best player Kaka, to Real Madrid this year. It may have benefited their coffers but not their football. They also have a dismal season both in the Serie A and in the Champion’s League. Ronaldinho cherishes his return to Spain. Bernabeu is special for him during his time at Barcelona. Four years ago, the crowd applauded him after Barca stomped Madrid 3-0. but is no longer as potent as he used to

There is still hope for this AC Milan club. But they need more than luck to beat a side which is determined to take all trophies available this year.

My results prediction

Without Ronaldo and/or Van Nistelrooy , it will not be raining goals. A modest 1-0 win for Real Madrid will be good enough this time.

Actual results:

AC Milan stunned Real Madrid with two strikes from Pato. Score is 3-2 at the final whistle.

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