Real Madrid have officially announced their squad for the crucial El Clásico clash against FC Barcelona, with star forward Kylian Mbappé missing out due to injury. The French superstar remains sidelined with a hamstring issue, delivering a major blow to Los Blancos as they head to Camp Nou.
Interim coach Álvaro Arbeloa named the following squad:
Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Andriy Lunin, Sergio Mestre.
Defenders: David Alaba, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Raúl Asencio, Álvaro Carreras, Fran García, Antonio Rüdiger, Dean Huijsen, D. Jiménez.
Midfielders: Jude Bellingham, Edward Camavinga, Aurelien Chouameni, Thiago, Basketball, Palaces.
Forwards: Vinícius Júnior, Gonzalo, Brahim Díaz, Mastantuono.
The absence of Mbappé forces Real Madrid to rely heavily on Vinícius Júnior leading the attack, supported by young talents like Gonzalo García and Brahim. The squad already contends with several long-term injuries, including Éder Militao, Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy, and Dani Carvajal.
This El Clásico carries huge stakes. Barcelona, unbeaten at home in La Liga this season, can clinch the title with a positive result. Real Madrid aim to spoil the celebrations and keep their slim hopes alive in what promises to be a fiery derby.
Arbeloa’s youthful and depleted side will need standout performances from stars like Bellingham, Camavinga, and Vinícius to compete against Hansi Flick’s in-form Barcelona. Fans can expect high-intensity football and classic rivalry drama under the Camp Nou lights.
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