Next Sunday, Real Madrid is facing Leganés in the 14th round of La Liga. Real Madrid will be looking to continue adding points, while Leganés will try to surprise at home. However, coach Carlo Ancelotti has made an important decision regarding the lineup. He's confirmed that some key players will be absent.
Leganés: Looking for a Surprise
The team from Pepinero currently occupies the 14th position in the table. However, after its recent victory against Sevilla, Leganés has shown it can be a tough team when playing at its stadium.
Asier Garitano's former team has established itself as a tough opponent to beat at home, which increases expectations for this match. Leganés will try to surprise a Real Madrid with several important absences. If that weren't enough, the club has the advantage of the support of fans and the good condition of its stadium.
Real Madrid: Important Absences
Real Madrid, meanwhile, is arriving at this match being the second qualified team and a mission not to lose sight of the leader, Barcelona. After an easy victory against Osasuna, the Whites seem to have overcome a couple of painful setbacks that took them a little further away from the top. However, the absence of several key players could complicate their task in Butarque.
Among the most notable absentees are Carvajal, Militão, Alaba, Tchouaméni, Rodrygo and Lucas Vázquez. Although the latter two are close to returning, Real Madrid will face this match with an incomplete team. Tchouaméni's absence is particularly important, as the French midfielder has been fundamental in Ancelotti's tactical scheme.
Ancelotti's Decision
One of the most talked about topics this week has been Carlo Ancelotti's lineup, as he's has made some surprising decisions. Despite the absences, the Italian coach has decided not to count on Arda Güler, who hasn't yet managed to earn the coach's full confidence.
Instead, Ancelotti will opt for a combination of experienced and young players, placing Camavinga alongside Bellingham and either Ceballos or Modric in midfield. This decision reflects the importance of keeping the midfield solid, despite the absences.
Courtois: Good news
One piece of good news for Real Madrid is the return of Courtois, who has been training all week and could be a starter.
His return is key to strengthening the team's defensive safety, especially with the absences that the white team is suffering.