Borussia Mönchengladbach Vs Real Madrid: The Starting 11

The upcoming match against Borussia Mönchengladbach is an away game in the Champions league match day 2. The last Real Madrid game was against Barcelona which was a good performance after a rough patch. This was welcome win after disastrous games against Cadiz and Shaktar both resulting in losses. 

The team rating for the match against Barcelona can be found here: Team Rating

This is the second game of the group stage and Real have no option but to win this for their fans and for themselves and to keep their chance of progression alive.

Looking at the

Injury list:

1. Hazard
2. Ødegaard
3. Carvajal
4. Odriozola
5. Nacho

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Ramos

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• To be updated

Other Comments:

• With no regular right back option available junior squad members are also possible to be included.

Squad Updates:

This will be the second game of the Champions league season and Real had one good performance after two poor performances just before this match. Forwards are still mis-firing, defence is recovering from the in disarray, and mid field is now looking better. This game is very important and would decide the chances of progressing to next round. Madrid needs to win this at any cost.

Mönchengladbach has a good attack and their counters are good. So, Real will have to be very careful.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been leaking goals in the last few games even though his form has been good. 

Mendy has to start on the left as Marcelo has been pathetic Lucas Vazquez will start on the right due to lack of any regular right backs.  Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt in it. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Lucas Vazquez should start. Defence has been in shambles after the international break but the signs of improvement are visible.

Modric has been good but his fitness is a bit of worry but should be seen as a starter in this game. Real needs to get the control back in the mid field. Casemiro was not great in all the previous games, he needs to improve more. Valverde, Casemiro and Modric will start. And Kroos and Isco might start from the bench.

The forwards have been mis-firing even now, Benzema has been poor and need to improve. Vinicius should start again. With the lack of options it will be Asensio on the right, Vinicius on the left and Benzema upfront.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Vinicius > Hazard

Valverde > Isco

Asensio > Rodrygo

Modric > Kroos

Benzema > Jovic, seems very unlikely though

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The most probable kit to be used for the game will be the third kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Barcelona Vs Real Madrid: The Starting 11

The upcoming match against Barcelona is an away game in the La liga match day 7. Real Madrid will play their fourth away match of the season. The last Real Madrid game was against Shaktar Donetsk which was a poor loss, this was the worst performance of the team after disastrous game against Cadiz both resulting in losses. 

The team rating for the match against Shaktar can be found here: Team Rating

This is the first Clasico of the season and Real have no option but to win this for their fans and for themselves and to keep their title chance alive.

Last year this fixture was a 0-2 win.

Looking at the

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Hazard
3. Ødegaard
4. Carvajal
5. Odriozola

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Ramos

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• Anything can happen till 5th Oct

Other Comments:

• With no regular right back option available junior squad members are also possible to be included.

Squad Updates:

This will be the seventh game of the season and Real have been two poor performances just before this match. Forwards are mis-firing, defence is in disarray, and mid field is missing. This game is very important and would decide who would remain on the top of the table. Madrid needs to win this at any cost.

Barcelona has a good attack and their counters are great on the left. So, Real will have to be very careful.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been leaking goals in the last few games even though his form has been good. 

Marcelo has to start on the left as Mendy will start on the right due to lack of any regular right backs.  Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt in it. Carvajal and Odriozola both suffered injuries and now Mendy should be the favorite to start on the right. So Marcelo, Varane, Ramos and Mendy should start. Defence has been in shambles after the international break.

Modric has been good but is unable to find the link up play with other mid fielders. The last two games have been disastrous for the mid field with complete chaos and lack of coordination. Real needs to get the control back. It will be the old guards again. Kroos, Casemiro and Modric will start. And Valverde and Isco might start from the bench.

The forwards have been mis-firing for the second season now. Benzema has been poor, Jovic has shown some sparks but is generally lost. Vinicius is the only one who shows some promise. With the lack of options it seems Valverde will start on the right, Vinicius on the left and Benzema upfront.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Vinicius > Rodrygo

Valverde > Asensio

Kroos/Modric > Isco

Benzema > Jovic, seems very unlikely though

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The most probable kit to be used for the El Clasico game will be the home kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Real Madrid Vs Shaktar Donetsk: The Starting 11

   

The upcoming match is against Shaktar Donetsk at home in the first match of Champions league group stage. The last Real Madrid game was against Cadiz which was a 0-1 loss, first in 2 seasons. The performance of the team was a dismal one. 

The team rating for the match against Cadiz can be found here: Team Rating

Looking at the 

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Marcelo
3. Odriozola
4. Carvajal
5. Hazard
6. Ødegaard

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Militao

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• There was a lot missing in the last game.

Other Comments:

• To be updated.

Squad Updates:

This will be their first European game of the season and Real have been missing several opportunities in the previous games, the last game's performance was really pathetic. They were unable to pass the ball properly and kept losing the possession too many times, which led their first loss. So, this game is very important. Madrid need to win this at any cost.

Shaktar has a very good attack and are yet to lose any game in the Ukranian league, so Real will have to be extra careful.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been in a good form in the last games and needs to keep the same going.

Marcelo was poor in the last game, Mendy will be the option on the left.Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, though Ramos had a knee injury bur should be ready by the time game starts. Carvajal and Odriozola are both injured and so on the right either Nacho or Militao are the options for ZZ. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Militao should start. Defence was good except for some switching off leading to the goals in the last few games. This time defence has to be very careful especially against a fast attack of Shaktar.

Modric seemed exhausted in the last game, but should be fit for this game. Valverde was good among the bad ones last game and should start. Kroos was poor but played almost 90 minutes and will start again. Casemiro is a certain especially with a shoddy defence. So it is going to be Modric, Casemiro, Kroos and Valverde in the middle. 

In the attack Hazard is missing and it will be too early for him to start even if he is fit. So, Vinicius is the only option on the left but after is poor performance last game might cause Jovic to come in his place to have a front two. Benzema will be the main striker. So this time ZZ will go for a front two of Jovic and Benzema.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Jovic/Benzema > Vinicius

Mendy > Marcelo 

Valverde/Modric > Rodrygo/Asensio

Kroos > Isco

So the formation would be 4 4 2.

The most probable kit to be used for the Shaktar game will be the home kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Real Madrid Vs Cadiz: The Starting 11

    

The upcoming match is against Cadiz at home in the La liga match day 6. Real Madrid will play their second home match of the season. The last Real Madrid game in the league against Levante was a good performance but was full of missed chances, which they managed to win 0-2. 

The team rating for the match against Levante can be found here: Team Rating

Last year this fixture was not played as Cadiz are newly promoted.

Looking at the

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Courtois
3. Hazard
4. Militao
5. Carvajal
6. Odriozola

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Asensio
2. Lucas Vazquez

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• To be updated.

Other Comments:

• Several players will return from international duty. Some will have less than 3 days rest.

Squad Updates:

This will be the fifth game of the season and Real have missed several good opportunities in the previous games, this game is very crucial. Madrid needs to win this at any cost to get the confidence back with several players missing due to injury.

Cadiz has won two away games and have a 100% away record and 100% clean sheet record in the away games. So, Real will have to be extra careful.

In the goal Lunin will start as Courtois is injured . This will be his first game and he will need to be extra careful.

As Mendy wont be able to practice more than once, Marcelo will be the first choice. Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt in it. With Carvajal and Odriozola both being injured Nacho should be the option on the right. So Marcelo, Ramos, Varane and Nacho should start. Defence was good except for some switching off leading to the goal scoring chances in the last game, we were saved by Courtois in the goal. So, the defence will have to be very careful especially when Courtois is not available.

Modric was really good in the last game, and controlled the game but would need more time to recover, hence should start on the bench and come on as a substitute in the second half. Valverde was equally good and with better recovery should start again but might start from the bench as would be traveling from South America. And  Ødegaard is also likely to start from the bench. Isco having practiced more with the squad should get the nod to start and Kroos having the one getting most rest is likely to start. So it is going to be Kroos, Casemiro and Isco in the middle. Casemiro will be needed to support the defence against the attacks in absence of the regulars. And Isco will be required to support the attack on the flank with Asensio.

The forwards have recovered from injuries except for Hazard. Asensio will start on the right, Vinicius on the left and Benzema will be the main striker. So Vinicius, Benzema and Asensio should start, and  Jovic, Rodrygo and Lucas Vazquez should be on the bench.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Vinicius > Rodrygo

Kroos > Ødegaard/Modric

Isco > Modric/Valverde 

Asensio > Lucas Vazquez

Benzema > Jovic

Casemiro > Valverde 

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The most probable kit to be used for the Cadiz game will be the home kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Levante Vs Real Madrid: The Starting 11

   

The upcoming match is against Levante is away from in the La liga match day 5. Real Madrid will play their third away match of the season. The last Real Madrid game in the league against Valladolid was a lucky win , after several misses winning 1-0 was very much welcome. 

The team rating for the match against Valladolid  can be found here: Team Rating

Last year this fixture was a 1-0 loss.

Looking at the

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Kroos
3. Hazard
4. Militao
5. Carvajal
6. Odriozol

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Asensio
2. Lucas Vazquez

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• B Mayoral

Coach Comments:

• Anything can happen till 5th Oct

Other Comments:

• With no regular right back option available junior squad members are also possible to be included.

Squad Updates:

This will be the fourth game of the season and Real have been mis-firing in the previous games, this game is very important. Madrid needs to win this at any cost to get the confidence back for the low scoring forwards.

Levante has a good attack and their counters are solid. So, Real will have to be extra careful.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been in a good form in the last few games and needs to keep the same going.

Marcelo is injured, Mendy was solid last game and should get the nod this time again. Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt in it. Carvajal and Odriozola both suffered injuries and now Nacho should be the favorite to start on the right. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Nacho should start. Defence was good except for some switching off leading to the goals scoring chances in the last game. So, the defence will have to be very careful especially against a fast counter attack of Levante.

Modric was really good in the last game, and controlled the game after coming off the bench but might be rested and should start from the bench. Valverde put a great performance and Kroos was subbed due to injury. So it is going to be Ødegaard, Casemiro and Valverde in the middle. Casemiro will be needed to stuff  up the Levante counters, especially with a make-shift defence. And Valverde will be required to support the attack on the flank.

The forwards have recovered from injuries except for Hazard. So, Asensio should start on the right. So, Vinicius is the only option on the left. Benzema will be the main striker. . So Vinicius, Benzema and Asensio should start, and Isco, Jovic, Rodrygo and Lucas Vazquez should be on the bench.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Vinicius > Rodrygo

Ødegaard > Modric

Valverde > Isco

Asensio > Lucas Vazquez

Benzema > Jovic, seems very unlikely though

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The most probable kit to be used for the Levante game will be the home kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Real Madrid Vs Valladolid: The Starting 11

  

The upcoming match is against Valladolid at home in the La liga match day 4. Real Madrid will play their first home match of the season. The last Real Madrid game in the league against Real Betis was a thrilling one goal win after a comeback. 

The team rating for the match against Real Betis can be found here: Team Rating

Looking at the 

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Marcelo
3. Kroos

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Asensio
2. Hazard
3. Lucas Vazquez

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• A lot can happen till 5th October.

Other Comments:

• All players are training, Hazard and Asensio might not be fully fit to start but will play some minutes

Squad Updates:

This will be the third game of the season and Real have been missing several opportunities in the previous games, the game is very important. Madrid need to win this at any cost to get the confidence back, especially for the attack.

Valladolid has a good attack and last season drew this fixture 1-1 , so Real will have to be extra careful.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been in a good form in the last games and needs to keep the same going.

Marcelo is injured, Mendy was solid last game and should get the nod this time again. Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt in it. Carvajal on the right is also a certainty. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Carvajal should start. Defence was good except for some switching off leading to the goals in the last game. So, the defence will have to be very careful especially against a fast attack of Valladolid.

Modric was really good in the last game, and controlled the game after coming off the bench. Valverde put a man of the match performance and Kroos was subbed due to injury. So it is going to be Modric, Casemiro and Valverde in the middle. Casemiro will be needed to stuff  up the Valladolid counters, but he has to pull up his socks as he has not been his usual self in the last few games. And Valverde will be required to support the attack on the flank.

The forwards have recovered from injuries but Hazard and Asensio might not be fully fit to start. So, Vinicius is the only option on the left. Benzema will be the main striker. Isco will start on the diamond support role. So Vinicius, Benzema and Isco should start, and Hazard, Jovic, B Mayoral, Rodrygo, Lucas Vazquez and Asensio should be on the bench.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Vinicius > Hazard

Modric > Ødegaard 

Valverde > Rodrygo/Asensio

Isco > Rodrygo/Asensio

Benzema > Jovic/Mayoral, seems very unlikely though

So the formation would be 4 3 1 2.

The most probable kit to be used for the Valladolid game will be the home kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Real Betis Vs Real Madrid: The Starting 11

 

The upcoming match is against Real Betis away from home in the La liga match day 3. Real Betis are 2nd on the leader-board after two games, winning both of them and Real are yet to win in their La liga campaign. The last Real Madrid game in the league against Real Sociedad was a goal less draw. 

The team rating for the match against real Sociedad can be found here: Team Rating

Looking at the 

Injury list:

1. Mariano

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Asensio
2. Isco
3. Hazard
4. Lucas Vazque

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• The only thing missing from the last game was a goal. 
• A lot can happen till 5th October.

Other Comments:

• All players are training, Hazard and Asensio might not be fully fit to start. 

Squad Updates:

This being the second game of the season and missing the opportunity to win the previous game the game is very important, Madrid need to win this at any cost.

Betis away has been a difficult fixture generally, especially for Madrid, so they have to be extra carefull.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been in a good form in the last game and needs to keep the same going.

Marcelo  and Mendy are both available, but Mendy was solid last game and should get the nod ahead this time again. Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs, there is no doubt. Carvajal on the right is also a certainty. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Carvajal should start. Defence was solid last game but there were few errors in the last few minutes. So, the defence will have to be very careful especially against a fast attack of Betis.

Modric was really good in the last game, but was unable to create many chances and should be seen as a substitute. So it is going to be Kroos, Casemiro and Valverde in the middle. Casemiro will be needed to hold off the Betis attack and Valverde to support the attack on the right flank, which was a missing piece in the last game. Ødegaard and Modric will be on the bench and will come handy in the second half. 

The forwards have recovered from injuries but Hazard and Asensio might not get the go ahead to start. So, Vinicius is the only option on the left. Benzema will be the main striker. Rodrygo will start on the right. So Vinicius, Benzema and Rodrygo should start, and Jovic, Lucas Vazquez and Asensio should be on the bench.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Rodrygo > Asensio

Mendy > Marcelo

Valverde > Ødegaard 

Kroos > Modric

Benzema > Jovic/Mayoral, seems very unlikely though

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The most probable kit to be used for the Betis game will be the away kit !!!

So the final starting 11 will be:

Real Sociedad Vs Real Madrid: The Starting 11

The upcoming match is against Real Sociedad away from home in the La liga match day 2. Real Sociedad are 6th on the leader-board after one game and Real are yet to start their campaign. The first Real Madrid match of La Liga 2020-21 against Getafe was postponned. 

This game might see Ødegaard, who was the star for Real Sociedad last seasion start against them.

This being the first game for Real Madrid, they will go cautious. 

Looking at the 

Injury list:

1. Mariano
2. Asensio
3. Hazard
4. Isco

Suspended:

1. None

Just recovered:

1. Jovic

Practiced:

The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Skipped Practice:

• None

Coach Comments:

• . To be decided

Other Comments:

• James, Bale are not with Real Madrid anymore.
• Courtois will wear no 1, Asensio will get the jersey no 11 and Vinicius will wear the no 20 this season. 

Squad Updates:

This being the first game of the season and with few injuries in place the best options are as follows.

In the goal Courtois will start, he has been in a good form last season and needs to keep the same going.

Marcelo  and Mendy are both available , but Mendy might get the nod ahead this time. Ramos and Varane will start as the center backs. Mendy would start on the left and Carvajal on the right. So Mendy, Varane, Ramos and Carvajal should start. Defence was solid last season but there were few errors in the last few games. So, the defence will have to be very careful.

Modric was really good in the last few games and is more likely to start. So it is going to be Kroos, Casemiro and Modric in the middle. Ødegaard and Valverde will be on the bench and will come handy in the second half. 

The forwards have several injuries. Vinicius is the only option on the left in Hazard's absence. Benzema will be the main striker. Rodrygo will start on the right. So Vinicius, Benzema and Rodrygo should start, and Jovic, Lucas Vazquez and Rodrygo should be on the bench.

As there are 5 substitutions available, ZZ should think for more rotations in the second half.

The probable substitutions will be: 

Rodrygo > Lucas Vazquez

Mendy > Marcelo

Modric > Ødegaard 

Kroos > Valverde

Benzema > Jovic/Mayoral

So the formation would be 4 3 3.

The third kit will be used in the first game!!!

So the final starting 11 will be: