Real Madrid's Starting XI for Crucial Clash Against Real Valladolid
Real Madrid heads into a crucial La Liga match against Real Valladolid this Saturday, determined to maintain their momentum at the top of the table. After Atlético de Madrid slipped earlier, Carlo Ancelotti's men have the chance to extend their lead, and they will be looking to do just that when they face the struggling side at Estadio José Zorrilla.
The match comes just before Real Madrid’s key Champions League game against Brest next Wednesday, but all eyes will be on how they handle Valladolid. The bottom-placed team is currently struggling in the league, and Real Madrid will be eager to add to their recent string of solid performances in Spain’s top tier. The last time these teams met, Real Madrid cruised to a comfortable victory, and many expect a similar result this time around, despite a few injury setbacks.
The most notable absence in the lineup is VinÃcius Júnior, who is serving a two-match suspension following his red card against Valencia. His absence opens the door for Rodrygo to take on his preferred left-wing position. The Brazilian has been in fine form lately, scoring five goals in his last five appearances, and will be hoping to add to his tally against Valladolid.
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In defense, Ancelotti has made some key choices, with Fran GarcÃa and Aurélien Tchouaméni starting. GarcÃa returns to the lineup after being rested for the midweek Champions League clash, while Tchouaméni, who had missed the previous two matches due to discomfort, is expected to start after recovering. The Frenchman is a key figure in midfield, and his partnership with Fede Valverde will provide stability and creativity in the center of the park.
Meanwhile, Brahim DÃaz gets a chance to shine, having earned a spot in midfield following his recent performances. DÃaz, who recently ended his goal drought, will be looking to build on that momentum. The defensive line also sees the return of Raúl Asencio, who has impressed as a partner for Antonio Rüdiger, with Tchouaméni shifting to midfield. Rüdiger will likely be substituted later in the game to make way for David Alaba, who is making his third consecutive appearance since recovering from a long-term injury.
Up front, all eyes will be on Kylian Mbappé, who has been sensational in front of goal. The Frenchman has scored 19 goals across all competitions this season, and his confidence is high as he seeks to extend his impressive run with his fifth consecutive goal.
As for the goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois remains the undisputed first choice between the posts. He will be aiming for just his second clean sheet of the year and will be hoping to keep a strong defensive performance in place to help secure all three points for his team.
With Real Madrid at the top of La Liga, they will be looking to put the pressure on their rivals with another dominant display. It’s a match they should win on paper, but Valladolid will be eager to pull off an upset. Real Madrid’s lineup is strong, and if they can continue their recent form, they should have no trouble taking all three points.
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