Sports Mole looks at Real Madrid’s injury and suspension news ahead of their La Liga clash with Real Sociedad.
Real Madrid will look to get the upper hand when they travel to the Reale Arena for the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final clash against Real Sociedad.
Los Blancos are the record winners of the competition after lifting the trophy on 20 occasions, including in 2022-23 when they beat Osasuna in the final.
Real Madrid eliminated fourth-tier Deportivo Minera, before they dispatched top-flight opposition in Celta Vigo and Leganes to set up a last-four meeting with Real Sociedad.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side will head into the semi-final in a positive mood after recording a 2-0 victory in Sunday’s home game against Girona, ensuring that they finished the weekend level on points with leaders Barcelona.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the team’s injury and suspension news ahead of the clash with Real Sociedad, who cruised to a 3-0 victory over Leganes at the weekend.
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Status: OutType of injury: ToothPossible return date: March 1 (vs. Real Betis)
Mbappe has been left out of the matchday squad for Wednesday’s cup clash after having a tooth removed earlier this week. It has been agreed between the player and club for the Frenchman to be rested for the first leg.
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Status: OutType of injury: KneePossible return date: Unknown
Carvajal is on the long road to recovery after suffering a serious knee injury in October. The right-back was given a warm reception by the Santiago Bernabeu crowd when he was shown on the screen watching Sunday’s win over Girona. However, fans will have to wait until next season to see the experienced defender feature on the pitch.
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Status: OutType of injury: KneePossible return date: Unknown
Militao is another long-term absentee after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament injury for the second season in a row. The Brazilian is believed to be pushing himself to return for the Club World Cup which starts in June.
REAL MADRID’S SUSPENSION LIST
There are no players suspended for the first leg. Jude Bellingham is available after serving the first game of a two-match La Liga ban at the weekend.
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