At the heart of a high -tension king's cup final, Real Madrid unveiled its starting eleven to face FC Barcelona in Seville. While speculation was going well on the presence of Kylian Mbappé, reduced by an ankle injury, Carlo Ancelotti made a strong decision. The Merengue club, always looking for a trophy to save its season, intends to hit a big blow this Saturday evening with some unexpected choices in its composition.
Against all expectations, Kylian Mbappé is a holder. The Frenchman, announced uncertain until the last moments, will form the attack duo with Vinicius Junior, with Jude Bellingham placed in support in a 4-3-1-2. Back after missing the match against Getafe, Mbappé will try to find his way to the net against an opponent whom he likes: seven goals scored against Barcelona in just five official confrontations. His ability to switch the match will once again be decisive.
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Behind this offensive trio, Aurélien Tchouameni will evolve in sentry, supported by Dani Ceballos and Luka Modric. At 39, the Croatian will compete in his 38ᵉ Clasico, equaling legends of Real like Raúl, Hierro and Casillas. Modric, who could live his latest moments with the White House, will bring his experience in this crucial meeting.
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In defense, Raúl Asencio will be associated with Antonio Rüdiger in the axis, with Ferland Mendy on the left. On the right, it is Federico Valverde, repositioned in lateral for lack of better, which will occupy the right corridor. In goals, Thibaut Courtois will return to defend the Madrid cage. Absences that force Carlo Ancelotti to be adapted in a match where defensive balance will be crucial.
Despite some absent and a tense preparation, Real Madrid is counting on the aura of its executives and the freshness of its young people to win this title against the Catalan rival. Arda Güler, Brahim Diaz and Endrick will start on the bench, ready to bring their dynamism during the match if necessary. With their statistics in the previous finals, and with a Mbappé which has always shone during the major meetings, the Merengues hope to add a new glorious chapter to the history of the Clasico. And accessorly save their season.
