Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are set to face off in a key Spanish Super Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Both teams are eager to reach the final on Sunday, where they could meet Barcelona in a highly anticipated clash.
Xabi Alonso’s team scored a convincing 5-1 victory over Real Betis on Sunday, marking their fourth consecutive win in all competitions.
This success eased pressure on the coach after a difficult period in November and December that allowed Barcelona to gain an advantage. Real Madrid currently holds second place in La Liga with 45 points, four behind the leaders after cutting the gap.
Real Madrid team news
Real Madrid will be without star striker Kylian Mbappe due to a left knee sprain sustained in early December. The team has chosen a cautious approach, focusing on his full recovery rather than rushing him back for the match.
Eder Militao is sidelined with a tendon issue and is expected to return by late January. Brahim Diaz is also unavailable as he is participating in the Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco.
However, young talent Gonzalo Garcia has made an impression. The 21-year-old scored a “perfect” hat-trick against Real Betis, making him the youngest player to achieve this milestone in 21st-century La Liga at 21 years and 286 days.
Real Madrid predicted lineup
Possible Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Valverde, Huijsen, Rudiger, Carreras; Camavinga, Tchouameni; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinicius; Garcia.
When will the match kick off?
The match is scheduled to start at 7pm BST on Thursday, 8th January.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the Spanish Supercup semi-final live on TNT Sports or discovery+.
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