| Real Madrid vs Villarreal | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Real Madrid vs Villarreal
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COMPETITION :
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La Liga
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| DATE: |
19-05-2024
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TIME:
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10.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30) 09.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Santiago Bernabéu
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Real Madrid possible starting lineup:
Kepa; Vazquez, Rudiger, Alaba, Mendy; Valverde, Kroos, Modric; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Joselu
Villarreal possible starting lineup:
Jorgensen; Foyth, Albiol, Gabbia, Alti; Capoue, Parejo, Baena; Akhomach, Sorloth, G Moreno
Real Madrid has navigated through a challenging period marked by several injuries to key players in recent weeks. Despite these setbacks, the team has displayed resilience and continues to perform strongly, having lost only once this season to Atletico Madrid in late September.
Under the management of Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League knockout round as Group C winners, winning all six matches, including a 3-2 victory over Union Berlin in Germany. In La Liga, they recently drew 1-1 with Real Betis, placing them second in the table with 39 points, just two points behind leaders Girona.
Remarkably, Real Madrid boasts the best defensive record in the league, conceding only 10 goals. This achievement becomes even more impressive considering the absence of key players like goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and center-back Eder Militao since August due to injuries.
Looking ahead, Real Madrid aims to secure victories against Villarreal and Alaves in their final two fixtures of 2023. The team anticipates the return of key players from injury in January, providing a significant boost and positioning them favorably for success in the second half of the campaign.
The ability of Real Madrid to maintain positive results despite the injury challenges underscores the depth and resilience of the squad, setting the stage for an exciting and competitive season ahead.