Real Madrid and Benfica face off again in a key UEFA Champions League play-off second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday, with a place in the last 16 on the line.
Real Madrid enters the match with a narrow one-goal lead and will aim to secure that advantage to advance to the next round.
The team is coming off a busy period, juggling a tight La Liga title race alongside their Champions League play-off against Benfica. Recently, they suffered a defeat to Osasuna in the league, allowing Barcelona to take the lead in the standings.
Real Madrid team news
The team will be without several key players for the second leg. Midfielder Jude Bellingham is out with a thigh/hamstring injury.
Rodrygo is also unavailable due to a two-match UEFA suspension after receiving a red card during the 4-2 loss to Benfica in the league phase.
Defensive issues continue as centre-back Eder Militao is sidelined with a long-term hamstring injury. Dani Ceballos will not play in midfield, and Dean Huijsen is doubtful after missing the recent match against Osasuna.
Kylian Mbappé is another major absentee due to a knee injury; he could not complete training yesterday and is confirmed out for this match.
Real Madrid predicted lineup
Possible Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Rudiger, Carreras; Valverde, Guler, Tchouameni, Camavinga; Garcia, Vinicius.
When will the match kick off?
The match is set to start at 8pm on Wednesday, 25th February.
How to watch Real Madrid vs Benfica?
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.
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