Real Madrid vs. Osasuna: Injury Updates and Predicted Lineup Before Benfica Clash
As Real Madrid gears up for their La Liga match against Osasuna, they also prepare for an upcoming Champions League clash with Benfica. The current league leaders face Osasuna in Pamplona, aiming to maintain their winning streak before meeting the Portuguese side at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Upcoming Match Details
- Kick-off: 5:30 p.m. GMT, 12:30 p.m. ET, 9:30 p.m. PT
- Location: El Sadar Stadium
- Competition: La Liga
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Injury Updates
Real Madrid is grappling with several crucial injuries as they approach the matchup. Key players Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham are both sidelined with hamstring injuries. Additionally, Éder Militão is unavailable, and Dean Huijsen is out due to a minor muscle issue. However, Raúl Asencio, who was suspended for the first leg against Benfica, is eligible to return.
Predicted Lineup against Osasuna
Coach Álvaro Arbeloa is expected to make strategic decisions regarding the lineup, considering the team’s upcoming matches. The anticipated formation is a 4-2-3-1, with key players likely to retain their positions in the starting eleven. Here is the predicted lineup:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Thibaut Courtois |
| RB | Dani Carvajal |
| CB | Antonio Rüdiger |
| CB | Raúl Asencio |
| LB | Ferland Mendy |
| CM | Federico Valverde |
| CM | Aurélien Tchouaméni |
| RW | Franco Mastantuono |
| AM | Arda Güler |
| LW | Vinicius Junior |
| ST | Kylian Mbappé |
Looking Ahead
With the Champions League match against Benfica looming, maintaining momentum in La Liga is crucial for Real Madrid. They have been unbeaten against Osasuna in their last encounters, and the pressure is on to extend this streak. Stars like Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr. will be essential in securing a victory.
As fans prepare to witness the clash at El Sadar Stadium, all eyes will be on how Madrid tackles their injuries and strategizes for both upcoming matches. For the latest updates and insights on Real Madrid, visit Filmogaz.com.
