Real Madrid had to deal with a horrible night as they lost to Barcelona by 5-2 in the final of 2025 Spanish Cup. It shows that they have still a lot of work to do if they want to yield a productive season this time. Their next game is against Celta Vigo in the Copa del Rey Round of 16.
The Whites would like to forget about the El Clasico outcomes and focus on their upcoming fixtures. A win on Thursday night will surely help them regain some of their lost confidence. Hopefully, Carlo Ancelotti can find solutions in the coming weeks.
4-2-3-1 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs Celta Vigo
Defence
Thibaut Courtois is starting between the sticks again meaning Andriy Lunin will be warming the bench. Despite a poor show, Lucas Vazquez might find himself lucky to keep the right-back spot.
Aurelien Tchouameni hasn’t settled well as a centre-back and he is likely to make way for Raul Asencio. The latter will have the company of Antonio Rudiger at the heart of the defence. Fran Garcia provides fresh leg at the left-back spot, replacing Ferland Mendy.
Midfield
Carlo Ancelotti will have to pick one between Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga to start in the middle of the park alongside Federico Valverde.
Attack
Rodrygo gets a start on the right flank once again with Vinicius Jr. running on the other side of the pitch. Jude Bellingham will operate in his attacking midfielder role with in-from Kylian Mbappe leading the charge up front.
Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal are confirmed long-term absentees while David Alaba can finally mark his return on the field and get some important minutes.
