Real Madrid has no choice. The day after Barça’s victory, the Madrilenians were pushed back 4 lengths from their rival when it came time to welcome Rayo Vallecano (to be followed live with commentary on French Football Weekly from 2 p.m.) as part of the 22nd day of La Liga. Success is essential against the 16th in the championship to stay in contact with the Catalans.
Arbeloa lines up a 4-2-3-1 for this match with Camavinga in the left-back position and Valverde in the opposite lane. Güler and Tchouaméni are in front of the defense while Mastantuono takes place on the right offensive wing, Vinicius being present on the left and Bellingham a notch behind Mbappé, up front. Opposite, Rayo Vallecano presents itself with Lejeune, associated with Mendy in central defense. Palazon, Ciss and Gumbau will play in the midfield, the attack being formed by Akhomach, De Frutos and Garcia.
The compositions:
Real Madrid : Courtois – Valverde, Asencio, Huijsen, Camavinga – Güler, Tchouaméni – Mastantuono, Bellingham, Vinicius – Mbappé.
Rayo Vallecano: Batalla – Ratiu, Lejeune, Mendy, Chavarria – Palazon, Ciss, Gumbau – Akhomach, De Frutos, Garcia.
