Real Madrid travels to Anoeta this Tuesday for one of the marquee fixtures on the 33rd matchday of La Liga. The visitors aim to defend their second-place standing, while Real Sociedad hope to clamp down on a fierce rival and cement their own position in the Champions League race, potentially locking in a spot for next season’s continental competition.
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Madrid faces an injury challenge on the road
The Madrid side arrives with a string of injuries and suspensions. Karim Benzema rests, and the squad will be without Luka Modric, David Alaba, and Ferland Mendy due to knocks. Vinícius Júnior and Eduard Camavinga sit out through suspension. In addition, Fede Valverde is listed as a doubt because of a minor setback. With a Copa del Rey final against Osasuna looming next Thursday, coach Carlo Ancelotti could rotate the side, giving chances to Aurélien Tchouaméni, Nacho Fernández, Dani Ceballos, or Marco Asensio in Anoeta as Madrid prepares for the cup clash.
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La Real push for the Champions League
Real Sociedad, meanwhile, head into the match with the aim of delivering another strong performance at home while keeping their momentum in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification. Manager Imanol Alguacil will field his strongest lineup, though there are doubts in the squad. Questions surround whether the right-back will be Elustondo or Gorosabel, and whether Imanol will rely on the midfield creators David Silva or Brais Méndez next to Mikel Merino and Martín Zubimendi. The hosts will look to crowd the midfield and test the Madrid defense as they chase three valuable points to boost their ambitions.
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LINEUPS OF REAL SOCIEDAD VS. REAL MADRID
Real Sociedad (4-3-3): Remiro; Eustachio/Gorosabel, Le Normand, Zubeldia, Diego Rico; Merino, Zubimendi, Silva/Méndez; Kubo, Sorloth, Oyarzabal
Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois; Vázquez/Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, Nacho; Ceballos, Tchouaméni, Kroos; Valverde, Rodrygo, Asensio
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Note: Coverage is provided for informational purposes with updates throughout the day. This summary reflects the teams, likely lineup considerations, and context ahead of the match. (Goal)