Real Madrid is set to face Celta Vigo in a crucial LaLiga match on December 7. This game marks Matchday 15 of the season, and Real Madrid is determined to secure a victory at home to close the gap with Barcelona.
Match Overview: Real Madrid vs. Celta Vigo
The venue for this important clash is the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This match comes after a challenging stretch for Real Madrid, who has not played at home for 37 days. Their performance on the road has been a mix of results, including three consecutive draws against Rayo Vallecano, Elche, and Girona.
Recent Performances
Real Madrid recently found some momentum with a victory against Olympiacos in a European fixture. They now look to replicate that success in LaLiga. The team’s top scorer, Kylian Mbappé, has been crucial, contributing 25 goals this season, which makes him the leading scorer in both LaLiga and the Champions League.
Injuries and Squad Updates
However, Real Madrid faces several injury challenges. Trent Alexander-Arnold is sidelined again, and Dani Carvajal’s absence leaves the team without a pure right-back. Other defensive concerns include Dean Huijsen, who is set to miss his fourth consecutive match, along with David Alaba and Ferland Mendy.
- Key Injuries:
- Trent Alexander-Arnold
- Dani Carvajal
- Dean Huijsen
- David Alaba
- Ferland Mendy
In light of these injuries, coach Xabi Alonso has included Joan Martínez from the youth academy in the squad. Thankfully, Eduardo Camavinga is in good form and will play a crucial role in the midfield alongside Tchouaméni, Fede Valverde, and Jude Bellingham.
Expected Lineups
| Real Madrid | Celta Vigo |
|---|---|
| Courtois | Radu |
| Raúl Asencio | Javi Rodríguez |
| Militao | Starfelt |
| Carreras | Marcos Alonso |
| Fran García | Mingueza |
| Tchouaméni | Moriba |
| Fede Valverde | Miguel Román |
| Güler | Carreira |
| Bellingham | Pablo Durán |
| Vinícius | Bryan Zaragoza |
| Mbappé | Borja Iglesias |
Conclusion
As Real Madrid gears up to take on Celta Vigo, the stakes are high. A win could bring them back within one point of Barcelona in the LaLiga standings. Fans will be watching closely as the team aims to overcome injury hurdles and regain their home advantage at the Bernabéu.
