Real Madrid vs Juventus: Team News

Team News

Real Madrid has received a boost as Antonio Rüdiger is expected to be fit after suffering cramp during their win over Salzburg.

Kylian Mbappé, who has missed all group-stage matches due to illness, has resumed training and could return to the squad, likely starting on the bench.

There is a chance Éder Militão could be included among the substitutes as he nears full fitness.

However, Dani Carvajal, Eduardo Camavinga, Ferland Mendy, Endrick, and David Alaba remain sidelined due to injuries.

With those absences, Aurélien Tchouameni is again expected to feature in the back three as part of Xabi Alonso’s 3-5-2 setup, while young forward Gonzalo Garcia may retain his place alongside Vinicius Junior up front after his impressive group-stage performances.

Juventus, meanwhile, is set to make multiple changes following their heavy defeat to Manchester City.

Khephren Thuram is expected to return to the midfield.Additionally, an overhaul of the attack could see Kenan Yildiz, Francisco Conceição, and Randal Kolo Muani all back in the starting XI.

On the left flank, Andrea Cambiaso is likely to be restored at wing-back.