Fran Garcia and Brahim to start: Predicted Real Madrid line-up against Villarreal
Real Madrid face Villarreal at the Estadio de la Ceramica on matchday 28 of La Liga on Saturday, March 15th, at 18:30 local time. The Whites will be bidding to secure an important victory in the Spanish top flight before Atletico Madrid and Barcelona square off at the Wanda Metropolitano, with at least one of the two title rivals understandably set to drop points.
Dani Carvajal, Dani Ceballos, Eder Militao and Jesus Vallejo have been joined on the treatment table by Ferland Mendy, who picked up a hamstring injury in the midweek Champions League game, whereas it is not expected for Vinicius Junior to start either owing to discomforts. That said, Carlo Ancelotti will be forced into making some changes to the team.
Here is a look at Madrid’s potential starting eleven for their next league game.
Goalkeeper- Thibaut Courtois
Courtois is expected to keep his place ahead of Andriy Lunin in between the sticks.
Right Back – Lucas Vazquez
Vazquez could replace Federico Valverde at right back with the Uruguayan moving back to midfield.
Centre Back – Raul Asencio
Asencio might be employed in the heart of the backline once more after a terrific display away to Atletico on Wednesday.
Centre Back – Antonio Rudiger
Rudiger played the full game including extra time midweek but might keep his place in the team on a difficult away day.
Left Back – Fran Garcia
Fran Garcia is expected to replace Mendy at left back with the Frenchman injured.
Defensive Midfielder – Aurelien Tchouameni
Tchouameni played slightly over an hour in the Atletico game and will be amongst Madrid’s fresher players in the Villarreal game as he starts in his usual role.
Right Midfielder – Federico Valverde
Valverde is fully fit after a minor fitness worry and is expected to slot into the midfield having played as the right back against Atletico.
Left Midfielder – Jude Bellingham
Bellingham is also expected to be in the line-up and will complete an energetic and physically dominant three-man midfield for Real Madrid.
Right Winger – Brahim Diaz
Brahim Diaz could get the nod on the right wing given his impressive form in recent weeks.
Striker – Kylian Mbappe
Mbappe is expected to start as the number nine on paper, though he will be given the freedom to drift wide and cut in from the flanks.
Left Winger – Rodrygo Goes
Rodrygo could play in his preferred position on the left flank with Vinicius Junior expected to get some rest.
Topics
-
“This is the last time” – Carlo Ancelotti threatens La Liga over Real Madrid rest issue
Real Madrid secured a very important victory on Saturday as they came from behind to defeat Villarreal 2-1 at La Ceramica. It is a result that sends them top of La Liga for the time being, although ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Villarreal vs Real Madrid: Match preview
Just two days after securing their berth in the Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid turn their attention back to La Liga, where a vital away fixture against Villarreal awaits at the Estadio ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
La Liga rejects claims from Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti
Real Madrid secured a very important victory over Villarreal on Saturday, but the club has been far from happy in the aftermath of this. Specifically, there has been a lot of unhappiness ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Real Madrid outraged with La Liga over match scheduling, will turn to FIFA for resolution
Real Madrid are facing Villarreal in La Liga this evening at 18:30 (CET) after a gruelling battle against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night in the UEFA Champions League.The match between the two ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
‘I’m dead’ – Exhausted Real Madrid star caught speaking to his teammate after Villarreal win
Kylian Mbappe played a crucial role in Real Madrid’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Villarreal at the Estadi de la Ceramica, a venue where the Spanish giants had not managed to secure a win since ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Three talking points ahead of Villarreal vs Real Madrid | La Liga GW 28
After the intense and physically demanding Champions League outing against Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid must now shift their focus and recover quickly. The team is riding high after securing a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mbappé decisive again as Real Madrid bank huge La Liga win
Real Madrid continue to pile on the pressure across a hotly-contested La Liga title race after securing a 2-1 comeback win against Villarreal. Scorers: Foyth 8'; Mbappé 17', 23'The Spanish giants ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Mbappé scores twice to give Real Madrid 2-1 win against Villarreal in La Liga
Kylian Mbappé scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a 2-1 comeback win at Villarreal and move three points clear atop the Spanish league on Saturday. Mbappé scored in the 17th minute to cancel out ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
WATCH: Kylian Mbappe scores as Real Madrid find quickfire response against Villarreal
Real Madrid made a dreadful start to their La Liga clash against Villarreal, but they have now managed to drag themselves level in the opening stages at La CeramicaCarlo Ancelotti’s side are off ...Yahoo Sports - 1d
More from Yahoo Sports
-
Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins reportedly both agree to contract extensions with Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have reached contract extensions with both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, according to multiple reports.Yahoo Sports - 10m -
Steelers agree to sign DL Daniel Ekuale
The Steelers are kicking off the week by making an addition to their defensive line.Yahoo Sports - 12m -
Son of former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher will play international soccer. But not for England
The son of former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher has been called up for international duty — by Malta. James Carragher, a defender for Wigan in English soccer’s third tier, ...Yahoo Sports - 12m -
Between the Columns for Monday, March 17
Today will mostly be NCAA Tournament thoughts since we finally know where the Tigers are headed. The Tigers are headed to Wichita for a matchup with the Drake Bulldogs on Thursday at 6:35 p.m. My ...Yahoo Sports - 13m -
Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva leading contenders if Tottenham sack Ange Postecoglou
Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva will be among the leading candidates to succeed Ange Postecoglou if Tottenham Hotspur feel forced into changing the club’s head coach.Yahoo Sports - 15m
More in Sports
-
WNBA trade grades: Did the defending champion Liberty get even better in trade for Cloud?
Natasha Cloud gives New York another skilled distributor and a stronger defense, while Connecticut gains two first-round picks to help its rebuild.ESPN - 8m -
Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins reportedly both agree to contract extensions with Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have reached contract extensions with both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, according to multiple reports.Yahoo Sports - 10m -
Steelers agree to sign DL Daniel Ekuale
The Steelers are kicking off the week by making an addition to their defensive line.Yahoo Sports - 12m -
Son of former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher will play international soccer. But not for England
The son of former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher has been called up for international duty — by Malta. James Carragher, a defender for Wigan in English soccer’s third tier, ...Yahoo Sports - 12m -
Between the Columns for Monday, March 17
Today will mostly be NCAA Tournament thoughts since we finally know where the Tigers are headed. The Tigers are headed to Wichita for a matchup with the Drake Bulldogs on Thursday at 6:35 p.m. My ...Yahoo Sports - 13m