Real Madrid will look to channel their off-field frustrations right into a decisive efficiency as they face Barcelona within the Copa del Rey last.
The buildup to the match has been overshadowed by controversy after Los Blancos boycotted pre-match media duties, together with the press convention, open coaching session, and official images, in protest towards refereeing remarks.
Whereas hypothesis swirled a couple of potential withdrawal, the membership confirmed they might compete as scheduled.
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Now, beneath heightened scrutiny, Carlo Ancelotti’s facet should overcome each their rivals and the stress of in search of revenge after two defeats to Barça this season.
Staff information and anticipated lineup
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Madrid obtain a lift with the return of Kylian Mbappé and Ferland Mendy, although Eduardo Camavinga stays sidelined alongside long-term absentees Éder Militão and Dani Carvajal.
Defence
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Thibaut Courtois is ready to exchange cup goalkeeper Andriy Lunin for the ultimate.
Mendy’s return at left-back shores up the flank, whereas Antonio Rüdiger and Nacho Fernández (or Raúl Asensio) anchor central defence.
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Federico Valverde is predicted to deputise at right-back over the defensively weak Lucas Vázquez.
Midfield
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Ancelotti could deploy a diamond formation, with Aurélien Tchouaméni because the pivot.
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Luka Modrić and Dani Ceballos will present steadiness, whereas Jude Bellingham operates because the attacking midfielder, aiming to copy his previous Clásico heroics.
Assault
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Regardless of Mbappé’s inclusion, studies counsel he’ll start on the bench on account of health issues.
Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo will lead the road, tasked with breaching Barça’s defence to safe Madrid’s third trophy this season after their UEFA Tremendous Cup and Intercontinental Cup triumphs.
