Real Madrid vs. Benfica: Richard Ríos Replaces Prestianni at Bernabéu
In the highly anticipated match between Real Madrid and Benfica, Richard Ríos steps in for the suspended Gianluca Prestianni. This change marks a significant adjustment made by head coach José Mourinho.
Key Player Changes for the Match
José Mourinho has made only one alteration to the squad that faced Benfica previously. Ríos is expected to play alongside Leandro Barreiro in the midfield. Fredrik Aursnes also shifts to the right flank in Prestianni’s absence.
Real Madrid’s Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois
- Defenders: Arnold, Asencio, Rudiger, Carreras
- Midfielders: Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Eduardo Camavinga
- Forwards: Arda Güler, Gonzalo García, Vinícius Júnior
Real Madrid Bench
- Lunin, Carvajal, Alaba, Fran García
- Fran González, Brahim Díaz, Mendy
- Mastantuono, Cestero, Manuel Ángel, Palacios, Thiago
Benfica’s Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Trubin
- Defenders: Dedic, Tomás Araújo, Otamendi, Dahl
- Midfielders: Aursnes, Ríos, Rafa, Barreiro
- Forwards: Schjelderup, Pavlidis
Benfica Bench
- Samuel Soares, Diogo Ferreira, António Silva
- Barrenechea, Bah, Ivanovic
- Sudakov, Lukébakio, Sidny Cabral, Manu Silva, José Neto, Anísio Cabral
Real Madrid heads into this match with a slight advantage. They secured a victory in the first leg at Estádio da Luz, with Vinícius scoring the decisive goal.
The atmosphere at the Bernabéu is expected to be electrifying as both teams battle for dominance in this crucial match.
