Real Madrid Faces Monaco: Lineups for Champions League Matchday 7
The UEFA Champions League returns as Real Madrid prepares to host AS Monaco on January 20, 2026. This match marks the final group stage fixture for both teams, with Madrid looking to improve its standing. Following this contest, Real Madrid will travel to Portugal for a matchup against Benfica.
Match Overview: Real Madrid vs. AS Monaco
Real Madrid sits in seventh place in the group, accumulating 12 points from four wins and two losses. In contrast, AS Monaco struggles in nineteenth, with nine points from two victories, three draws, and one defeat. The stakes are high for Madrid, who hopes to secure a win to build momentum after disappointing exits from both the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de España.
Previous Encounters
Their last encounter dates back to the 2003/2004 season. In that matchup, Real Madrid won the first leg 4-2 at home but lost the return leg 3-1 in Monaco, resulting in the latter advancing due to the away goals rule.
Key Player Insights
Kylian Mbappé is a player to watch for Real Madrid. He has scored nine goals this season, setting a personal best. Facing his former team, he aims to further enhance his scoring tally.
Match Details
- Date: January 20, 2026
- Time:
- 14:00 CST (CDMX)
- 15:00 ET (Colombia, Peru, Ecuador)
- 17:00 ET (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay)
- Venue: Estadio Santiago Bernabéu
- Broadcast: TNT, HBO in Mexico; TUDN and Vix in the USA
Predicted Lineups
| Real Madrid | AS Monaco |
|---|---|
| Thibaut Courtois | Philipp Köhn |
| Federico Valverde | Vanderson |
| Dean Huijsen | Eric Dier |
| Raúl Asencio | Thilo Kehrer |
| Camavinga | Caio Henrique |
| Aurélien Tchouaméni | Jordan Teze |
| Jude Bellingham | Maghnes Akliouche |
| Arda Güler | Aleksandr Golovin |
| Kylian Mbappé | Denis Zakaria |
| Vinícius Júnior | Folarin Balogun |
| Franco Mastantuono | Mika Biereth |
As the teams prepare for this crucial match, all eyes will be on how Real Madrid performs at home. A victory would be vital for boosting their confidence as the Champions League progresses.
