Real Madrid’s expected starting XI against Atletico Madrid

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid is always a fiery affair with both teams giving their best to win. The Copa Del Rey quarter-finals clash on Thursday is no different and Atletico Madrid will be seeking revenge for their loss against Los Blancos in the Spanish Super Cup semi-finals. Real Madrid starting XI looks predictable alwals.

However, reports suggest Ancelotti is considering resting Rodrygo, who trained alone on the pitch yesterday. But despite the Brazilian forward’s absence from full training, the manager has confirmed that he is not injured and will be available for today’s game.

Rodrygo training alone on the pitch yesterday.

Los Blancos have been in excellent form this season, winning their first trophy of the season last Sunday against their arch-rivals, Barcelona. However, their only loss came against Atletico Madrid in the Metropolitan Wanda, the venue for today’s game. But with the Copa Del Rey being a different competition, the 14-time European champions will be motivated to beat their rivals and proceed to the semi-finals.

Atletico Madrid will be keen to avenge their 5-3 loss to the white club in the Spanish Super Cup semi-finals in Riyadh. Despite coming into the lead twice in the game, Diego Simeone’s side could not hold on, and Los Blancos emerged victorious.

Real Madrid potential starting XI: Lunin, Carvajal, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy, Valverde, Bellingham, Camavinga, Modric, Vinicius and Brahim.