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De Gea needed and Sterling's struggles: Five talking points from Manchester City vs. Real Madrid

There was plenty to ponder following an enthralling preseason clash at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as Los Blancos claimed the International Champions Cup.

MELBOURNE -- Real Madrid ramped up its preseason preparations with a commanding 4-1 victory over Manchester City in the International Champions Cup.

The Spanish giants fielded as close to a full-strength side as possible, with just James Rodriguez missing, while City handed a debut to Fabian Delph ... not that it lasted long.

There was plenty to ponder for both Manuel Pellegrini and Rafael Benitez, and Goal brings you five talking points from the Melbourne Cricket Ground.