Barcelona gets injury boost ahead of El Clasico with Real Madrid
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Barcelona and Real Madrid are set for the most anticipated match of the La Liga season. Both teams face notable absences but welcome back key players. Barcelona lead the standings by two points, making this a pivotal clash.
The crunch La Liga match between Barcelona and Real Madrid in round 11 will kick off at 20:00 on October 26 (Vietnam time) at the Santiago Bernabéu. This clash is seen as a potential turning point in the title race.
For Barcelona, coach Xavi Hernandez has received good news as striker Robert Lewandowski has recovered from injury and is ready to play. However, the home side will still be without Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Jules Kounde, and Raphinha due to injuries. On the other hand, Real Madrid are missing number one goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, defender Eder Militao, and midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni through injury. Despite that, the visitors still have a strong lineup, with Luka Modric returning after suspension.
Regarding the expected lineups, Barcelona will field a 4-3-3 formation: Stegen – Joao Cancelo, Andreas Christensen, Ronald Araujo, Alejandro Balde – Ilkay Gundogan, Oriol Romeu, Gavi – Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Joao Felix. Meanwhile, Real Madrid will also play 4-3-3 with: Kepa – Dani Carvajal, Antonio Rudiger, David Alaba, Ferland Mendy – Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham – Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, Joselu.
The match is expected to be highly emotional as both teams are in good form. Barcelona lead the standings with 24 points from 10 games, two points ahead of Real Madrid. A win would increase the Catalan side’s lead, while Real Madrid would close the gap if they take all three points.
Fans can watch the match live on K+ and the online platforms of the rights holder.
