Real Madrid will be without Kylian Mbappé for their Copa del Rey semifinal first-leg match against Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena. The French forward, who has netted 28 goals in 39 appearances this season, has been sidelined due to discomfort following a recent tooth extraction. Mbappé did not participate in training on Tuesday and was subsequently left out of the squad.
Courtois and Valverde Also Absent
Thibaut Courtois will miss the game due to a right leg issue, with Andriy Lunin expected to start in goal. Meanwhile, Fede Valverde has been excluded from the squad as he continues his recovery from muscle fatigue.
Squad Adjustments and Expected Lineup
To compensate for these absences, Carlo Ancelotti has included several academy players in the squad, such as Chema Andrés, Gonzalo García, Fran González, and Sergio Mestre. The expected starting lineup features Lunin in goal, with Lucas Vázquez, Antonio Rüdiger, and Fran García in defense. The midfield is likely to consist of Dani Ceballos, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Jude Bellingham, while the attack will be led by Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior, and Brahim Díaz.
Match Details
The game is set to kick off at 20:30 GMT
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