Real Madrid Bernabeu roof request decision confirmed by UEFA for Man City clash

UEFA has granted Real Madrid's request to play their Champions League game with Manchester City under a closed roof.

As part of the redevelopment of the Santiago Bernabeu, the new roof that was installed in September is capable of closing the stadium when it is utilised. Having a roof that can close will help Real to be able to host more events throughout the year to diversify their income, but Los Blancos have also used it in football.

As part of their plans to create an intimidating atmosphere to help the team against the club who knocked them out of the Champions League last season, Real asked UEFA if Tuesday's game could take place with the roof closed - and the request has been accepted. City were aware of the situation but did not have a say in the decision as the away team.

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At Real's last game, fans held up a banner calling for all supporters to dress in white for the first leg of their quarter-final as they aim to put on a show against City. The atmosphere at the Etihad for last year's semi-final stunned Real players and Spanish journalists in attendance, and the La Liga giants are desperate to make the most of their home advantage this year ahead of what they expect to be another tough second leg in Manchester.

Meanwhile, Spanish police confirmed they are on high alert after ISIS issued a stark warning ahead of Real's clash with City in Madrid. The Al Azaim Foundation, a media outlet frequently used by ISIS to disseminate messages, released a chilling poster with the message 'Kill them all' and listing the names of the four venues hosting Champions