Begovic: Man City face ultimate test against Real Madrid

Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begovic feels Manchester City cannot take anything for granted tonight against Real Madrid.

City host Real in the second-leg of their Champions League semifinal.

"Being at home gives City a little advantage, no doubt about that," Bosnia international Begovic told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast.

"If you're Man City you could draw up a scenario this is as good as it gets finely poised, in front of your own fans, 90 minutes away from getting into the Champions League final.

"The problem is facing the reigning champions who won't be phased. They've played in much more difficult scenarios so they can overcome these challenges. It's the ultimate test. It's really a 50-50 game for me.

"I'm really curious to see how Man City approach this game. They have the extra dimension with the ability to go direct. I wonder if they'll test Real and go over the top rather than through the block."

Begovic, who has been in England since joining Portsmouth in 2003, added: "Being over here in England I'd love to see City win. Thibaut [Courtois, Real Madrid goalkeeper] is my friend so I hope he doesn't hear but it'd be nice for Man City to get through for something different."