Real Madrid travel to Estadio Municipal de Balaídos to face Celta Vigo, looking to close the gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona. The visitors have had a solid start to the season, but their away form has been a bit inconsistent.
Meanwhile, Celta, despite being in the middle of the table, have proved to be tough opponents at home, and they’ll hope to take advantage of any potential Madrid slip-ups.
Celta Vigo enter this clash missing a few key players through suspension and injury, notably their talisman Iago Aspas, but they will still look to test Real Madrid’s backline with their attacking style. Real Madrid, on the other hand, are dealing with defensive injuries and may have to rely on their overall depth to secure a win.
Celta Vigo Predicted Lineup
Celta Vigo come into this match facing selection issues due to the suspension of both Iago Aspas and Ilaix Moriba, who were sent off in their last match against Las Palmas.
Additionally, Jailson and Luca de la Torre remain unavailable due to injuries, while Jonathan Bamba is a doubt and will need to be assessed closer to kick-off.
Carl Starfelt, who has been nursing a knock, is expected to be fit enough to start in defence alongside Javier Alonso.
Franco Cervi could get a starting role in midfield, with Pablo Duran and Borja Iglesias leading the line in attack. Manager Claudio Giraldez will rely on these players to maintain their competitive home form.
Guaita; Manquillo, Starfelt, Alonso; Mingueza, Beltran, Cervi, Alvarez; Duran, Iglesias, Swedberg
Here is how the side last lined up
Real Madrid will be without Dani Carvajal due to a long-term knee injury, while Thibaut Courtois remains a doubt due to a hip problem.
However, the return of Eder Militao and Vinicius Junior offers a boost to Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Andriy Lunin will likely continue in goal, while Lucas Vázquez could slot in at right-back to cover for Carvajal.
The midfield is likely to feature a combination of Tchouameni, Valverde, and Jude Bellingham, while the front three will be led by Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo, and Vinicius.
Lunin; Vazquez, Militao, Rudiger, Mendy; Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius
Here is how the side last lined up
