Real Madrid turn their attention to La Liga with a visit to Osasuna on Saturday, following their impressive Champions League victory over Manchester City.
The league leaders, who hold a one-point advantage at the summit, seek to address their recent domestic form after failing to win their previous two matches. Their Champions League performance demonstrated both defensive vulnerabilities and attacking prowess, culminating in a remarkable victory. Kylian Mbappe, Brahim Diaz and Jude Bellingham secured the win, with Bellingham converting Vinicius Junior’s assist in the closing moments.
Recent domestic results have tightened the title race, as a defeat to Espanyol and a draw with Atletico Madrid have allowed both Atletico and Barcelona to narrow the gap. Manager Carlo Ancelotti’s squad enters this fixture with renewed confidence, though Osasuna presents a significant challenge.
The hosts have established themselves as consistent performers in La Liga, regularly competing for European qualification. Currently ninth in the table, Osasuna, led by striker Ante Budimir, aim to challenge the defending champions.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid have no new injuries following the Manchester City match, though Lucas Vazquez, Eder Militao, David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, and Dani Carvajal remain unavailable. Ancelotti is likely to maintain the same starting lineup.
Predicted Real Madrid Lineup vs Osasuna
Goalkeeper
Thibaut Courtois returns to face Osasuna’s attack. The custodian’s impressive displays in goal have helped the team in the absence of some key personnel at the back.
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Defence
Raul Asencio and Aurelien Tchouameni continue their central defensive partnership. Ferland Mendy occupies the left-back position, with Federico Valverde, following his strong performance against Manchester City, expected to retain his place at right-back in the Real Madrid lineup.
Midfield
Dani Ceballos, who has earned increased playing time through consistent performances, should partner Eduardo Camavinga in central midfield. Jude Bellingham, fresh from his winning goal against Manchester City, operates in an advanced role in the Real Madrid lineup.
Attack
Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, both instrumental in the mid-week Champions League victory, lead the attack. Vinicius Junior earned Player of the Match honours for his performance, which included the assist for Bellingham’s decisive goal. Rodrygo completes the forward line.
