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• Real Madrid face Mallorca in the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup
• Carlo Ancelotti will rely on Vinicius Junior’s return
• David Alaba closing in on long-awaited return
Real Madrid begin their Supercopa de España campaign against Mallorca in the semi-finals, aiming to defend their title and book a place in the final on Sunday.
After a victorious Intercontinental Cup triumph in Qatar just before Christmas, Los Blancos are now traveling to Saudi Arabia for their second Middle Eastern adventure of the season. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will face Mallorca in Jeddah, with a spot in the final at stake.
Here’s how Madrid could line up against Mallorca:
Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs Mallorca (4-2-3-1)
GK: Thibaut Courtois – The Belgian shot-stopper has been in stellar form, recently earning a rest in the Copa del Rey with Andriy Lunin starting. Courtois will return to the starting role for this crucial match.
RB: Lucas Vazquez – With Dani Carvajal sidelined, Vazquez steps in. The versatile veteran was absent last year when Madrid lifted the trophy, but now plays a key role.
CB: Aurelien Tchouameni – Though David Alaba is closing in on a return, Tchouameni continues in the backline. His solid performances have been crucial for Madrid’s defence.
CB: Antonio Rudiger – Rudiger has been a consistent presence in Ancelotti’s lineup, offering stability at the back. His partnership with Alaba will soon return, but for now, he leads the defence.
LB: Ferland Mendy – After extending his contract, Mendy is expected to play a key role in the coming months. Madrid are considering options like Bayern’s Alphonso Davies, but Mendy remains a vital part of the squad.
CM: Federico Valverde – Valverde’s relentless energy continues to shine through in midfield. He scored Madrid’s opening goal in the Copa del Rey and will look to make an impact in Jeddah.
CM: Eduardo Camavinga – Camavinga’s versatility is indispensable, especially with Madrid’s limited midfield options. He was another goalscorer against Minera, showcasing his attacking threat.
RW: Rodrygo – A tough season so far, but Rodrygo will aim to turn things around. His performance in last year’s final against Barcelona shows his capability to shine on big occasions.
AM: Jude Bellingham – Bellingham has quickly become a fan favorite after his heroics against Valencia with a late winner. Fresh from a Copa del Rey break, he’ll be crucial in the attack.
LW: Vinicius Junior – Vini returns after serving a suspension in La Liga. He’s expected to be the driving force in Madrid’s attack, having scored a hat-trick in last year’s Supercopa final.
ST: Kylian Mbappe – Mbappe is ready for his first Supercopa appearance with Madrid, having impressed in recent UEFA Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup outings. He’ll look to push Madrid into the final.
Conclusion
Real Madrid’s strong lineup, led by key players like Vinicius Junior, Mbappe, and Bellingham, will be looking to secure another Supercopa title against Mallorca. With key players like David Alaba nearing a return, the team is well-prepared for the challenge ahead.
