Real Madrid will entertain Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium this Sunday afternoon as they looked to earn a good result at home in the Clasico. Los Blancos were held to a 1-1 draw by Shakhtar Donetsk in midweek which has halted their momentum ahead of this La Liga contest.
Carlo Ancelotti will set his side up in a 4-3-3 formation and could name his strongest starting XI for this game. Hence, we can expect both Luka Modric and Toni Kroos to play from the start versus Xavi’s men this weekend. However, Thibaut Courtois might not be risked in this match as he continues to recover from his injury.
4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup To Face Barcelona
Defence
Andriy Lunin will operate in between the sticks for the Madrid giants after shipping in one goal in midweek. However, Thibaut Courtois is unlikely to recover in time for this highly anticipated clash in front of the Madrid supporters. Both David Alaba and Eder Militao will function as the centre-backs as they try to keep the Barca attackers at bay throughout the game. However, they will both have their hands full trying to stop an in-form Robert Lewandowski from causing problems this weekend.
Ferland Mendy will fill in at left-back while Dani Carvajal hopes to catch the eye as the right-back. Ancelotti will both of them the freedom to get forward and express themselves in the Barca half.
Nacho will drop to the bench and provide cover for the defensive positions.
Midfield
Toni Kroos, Aurelien Tchouameni and Luka Modric will function as the holding midfielders as they focus on dominating the battle at the centre of the park and creating a few clear-cut chances for Real Madrid to win this contest.
Eduardo Camavinga will be available for selection on the bench but could come on to make an impact in the second half if Ancelotti decides to call upon his services.
Attack
Vinicius Junior will try to put in a productive performance on the left flank. Federico Valverde could get the nod to produce another energetic display from the right.
Karim Benzema will lead the charge for the Madrid giants up top. The French forward would be desperate to find the back of the net and make a real difference in the Clasico this weekend.
Mariano Diaz will have to be content with a spot on the bench as he waits for his chance to shine in the second half if needed.
