Real Madrid injury news: Players out, potential return dates, predicted lineup for Atletico Madrid Spanish Super Cup clash
(Courtesy : LaLiga Content Hub)
Los Blancos defeated Real Betis 5-1 in LaLiga.
When Real Madrid play rivals Atletico Madrid in the competition’s semi-finals on Thursday, they will be vying for a position in the Spanish Super Cup final.
Los Blancos, who defeated Real Betis 5-1 in LaLiga on Sunday, will go into the game on a strong note. The club have started the new year with a win despite the absence of many key stars. They will hope to carry a similar performance when they face Atletico.
Before Real Madrid’s match against Atletico, who drew 1-1 with Real Sociedad in their previous match, we examine the injury and suspension news.
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Real Madrid injury news update
Kylian Mbappe
- Status: Major doubt
- Type of injury: Knee
- Possible return date: January 8 (vs. Atletico)
Due to a knee injury, Kylian Mbappe was unable to play against Real Betis. But he might be able to play against Atletico.
Trent Alexander-Arnold
- Status: Out
- Type of injury: Thigh
- Possible return date: February 8 (vs. Valencia)
Trent Alexander-Arnold, an England international, is expected to be out until the beginning of February after suffering a thigh injury against Athletic Bilbao in early December.
Eder Militao
- Status: Out
- Type of injury: Hamstring
- Possible return date: Unknown
Due to a serious hamstring injury, Militao will likely be out for the next three to four months
Dean Huijsen
- Status: Minor doubt
- Type of injury: Overload
- Possible return date: January 8 (vs. Atletico)
Due to physical fatigue, Huijsen was not utilised against Real Betis. However, the centre-back is expected to return for the match versus Atletico.
Brahim Diaz
- Status: Out
- Reason: AFCON
- Possible return date: Unknown
As he is representing Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, Diaz remains unavailable for Los Blancos.
Predicted lineup
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): Courtois (GK); Valverde, Asencio, Rüdiger, Carreras; Camavinga, Tchouaméni; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinícius Jr., Mbappé
When will Kylian Mbappe return from injury?
He is expected to be available to play against Atletico Madrid.
When will Hujisen return from injury?
He is expected to be available for Atletico Madrid.
Where do Real Madrid stand in the table?
They are second in the LaLiga table.
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