Real Madrid already have everything in place for tonight’s crucial match at the Bernabéu. Álvaro Arbeloa has announced the squad list for the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
The big news, which has disrupted the coaching staff’s last-minute plans, is the confirmed absence of Ferland Mendy. The French full-back, who has been dealing with a muscle injury since mid-March, had given Madrid fans hope after training partially with the group in Monday’s session.
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However, after the latest medical tests, the staff decided not to take any risks with the player. His absence is a major setback in the defensive setup to contain the Bavarian side’s attacking threat.
Despite Mendy’s absence, the squad list stands out for the presence of all the stars in Madrid’s attack, led by Vinícius Jr. and Kylian Mbappé. It also highlights the inclusion of young talents such as midfielder Mastantuono and defender Huijsen, who strengthen a squad aiming to take control of the tie in front of their home crowd.
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