An eleven of circumstances. Like very rarely. The hole in the right back (Lucas Vázquez does not arrive, making it even more of a serious doubt for Anfield) and the absence of Tchouameni (he will be central alongside Rüdiger when he recovers from the sprain, but he still has around a week left) force align an unprecedented defense. And with two proper names: Valverde will be right back and Asencio, starter in the center of the defense. Both, in a general rehearsal for Liverpool. Well, they aim to have to repeat on Wednesday.
The rest of the team is practically self-completed. The only doubt is whether to bet on Brahim, which would draw a 4-3-3or introduce a fourth midfielder, which would have to be Ceballos or Güler, with more options for the second. But it won’t be. Ancelotti is clear that the starter in Butarque will be Brahim. He comes from shining during the break (five goals in two games) and knows that a night like this is pure gold, given the competition in the position. When Rodrygo returns, the problems will return. You must raise your voice.
Courtois, back
The other novelty will be the return of Thibautrecovered from his left adductor injury. A talisman: Madrid has not lost with him since May 21, 2023. Nobody provides your security. And their numbers. Locked in, time for the gunmen. one night for Vinicius (his first league game, away from home, since the Ballon d’Or mess) y Mbappémarked by a performance still far from what was expected. In this way, the possible lineup of Real Madrid against Leganés is: Courtois; Valverde, Asencio, Rüdiger, Mendy; Camavinga, Modric, Bellingham; Brahim, Mbappé and Vinicius.
Senegal
