Real Madrid started the 2025 year on a positive note as they beat Valencia in the La Liga by 2-1. With their latest win, they continue to give close competition for the league title. Their next game is scheduled against Dep Minera in the Copa del Rey this Monday.
The Whites will surely look to rotate the majority of their players to keep the main guns fresh for the Supercopa de Espana semi-final match against Mallorca.
4-2-3-1 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs Dep Minera
Defence
Thibaut Courtois continues to be the primary goalkeeper for the Whites. However, Andriy Lunin is likely to start this game. Right-back Lucas Vazquez wasn’t up to the mark against Valencia but should keep his spot in the lineup.
A well-deserving rest for Antonio Rudiger. While Raul Asencio is certain to walk into the XI, Jesus Vallejo could also get a chance though the latter isn’t in the long-term plans of Carlo Ancelotti. Ferland Mendy is also likely to make way for Fran Garcia as the right-back.
Midfield
Aurelien Tchouameni has been used as a centre-back in recent weeks but might be deployed in the midfield. He will have the services of Dani Ceballos in the middle of the park with Luka Modric playing as the attacking midfielder.
Attack
As expected the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Rodrygo will get a rest while Vinicius Jr. is banned after picking up a red card against Valencia. The Brazilian could charged with a four-game ban.
Brahim Diaz and Arda Guler are on the flanks while young sensation Endrick is leading the attacking line.
The injury list for the Whites includes the likes of Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal and David Alaba.
