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Real Madrid tries to extend perfect start to the season against Union Berlin in Champions League

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Real Madrid players train ahead of their opening UEFA Champions League match.[Real Madrid]

After a perfect start in the Spanish league with five straight wins, Real Madrid will look to keep its momentum going in the Champions League on Wednesday.

The record 14-time European champion kicks off its Champions League campaign against newcomer Union Berlin at home. It will be Madrid's 27th straight appearance in the group stage - and Union Berlin's first-ever game in the competition.

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