Brest vs Real Madrid: Match Preview, Predictions & Lineups

Real Madrid Aims to End League Phase on a High Against Brest

Real Madrid will wrap up their UEFA Champions League league phase campaign with an away fixture against Brest on Wednesday night. Despite a rocky start, Los Blancos secured a play-off spot with a dominant 5-1 victory over RB Salzburg last week. Meanwhile, Brest has exceeded expectations in their maiden UCL journey and currently sits above Madrid in the standings.

Can Real Madrid maintain their winning momentum, or will Brest continue their fairy tale run with another statement result? Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming clash.

Match Details

• Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 20:00 GMT / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT
• Venue: Stade de Roudourou, Guingamp, France
• Referee: Espen Eskås (NOR)
• VAR: Christian Dingert (GER)

Brest vs Real Madrid: Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between Brest and Real Madrid.

Recent Form (All Competitions)

Brest’s Last Five Matches:

• ✅ Le Havre 0-1 Brest (26/01/25)
• ❌ Shakhtar Donetsk 2-0 Brest (22/01/25)
• ✅ Rennes 1-2 Brest (18/01/25)
• ✅ Brest 2-1 Nantes (15/01/25)
• ✅ Brest 2-1 Lyon (11/01/25)

Real Madrid’s Last Five Matches:

• ✅ Real Valladolid 0-3 Real Madrid (25/01/25)
• ✅ Real Madrid 5-1 RB Salzburg (22/01/25)
• ✅ Real Madrid 4-1 Las Palmas (19/01/25)
• ✅ Real Madrid 5-2 Celta Vigo (AET) (16/01/25)
• ❌ Real Madrid 2-5 Barcelona (12/01/25)

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Brest Team News & Predicted Lineup

Brest will be without key defender Bradley Locko due to a leg injury. Jordan Amavi and Karamoko Dembele are also sidelined, while Mama Baldé remains a doubt after being subbed off against Le Havre. Julien Le Cardinal, Massadio Haidara, and Jonas Martin are expected to return next month.

Brest Predicted XI (4-2-3-1):

Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Coulibaly, Pereira Lage; Fernandes, Magnetti; Sima, Camara, Del Castillo; Ajorque.

Real Madrid Team News & Predicted Lineup

Vinicius Junior will miss the match due to suspension, meaning Carlo Ancelotti may stick with the front four that dominated against Valladolid. Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, and Eduardo Camavinga remain long-term absentees, while David Alaba could return to the starting XI.

Real Madrid Predicted XI (4-2-3-1):

Courtois; Vazquez, Rudiger, Alaba, Mendy; Tchouameni, Modric; Brahim, Bellingham, Rodrygo; Mbappe.

Match Prediction: Brest 1-3 Real Madrid

Brest’s impressive Champions League run has been one of the stories of the season, but their defensive frailties were exposed against Shakhtar Donetsk. Real Madrid, on the other hand, seems to have found their attacking rhythm, scoring 17 goals in their last four matches. Expect Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham to lead the charge as Madrid secures another crucial victory.

What do you think will be the final score? Drop your predictions in the comments below!