Ten important absences confirmed in Real Madrid's squad for the Copa del Rey

Real Madrid C.F.

Surprise in Álvaro Arbeloa's squad for the cup match against Albacete. The coach leaves out Tchouaméni, Carreras, Bellingham, and Courtois for rest, despite the numerous injuries. The infirmary remains full, although they are confident about recovering players in the upcoming weeks.

Arbeloa's first call-up in charge of Real Madrid comes with determination: Tchouaméni, Carreras, Bellingham, and Courtois are left out for rest, without any physical problems. At the same time, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Rüdiger, Militao, Trent, and Mendy are unavailable due to injury, a situation that affects the plan of the white team to stay alive in the Cup. The coaching staff believe that Mbappé, Rüdiger, and Rodrygo's return could occur before the others, as part of a progressive recovery over the next month and a half.

Regarding the squad for Albacete–Real Madrid, the coach opts for a mix of starters and academy players to cover positions. Managing efforts upfront, balance in midfield, and squad depth from the Academy as the roadmap for this matchup.

Squad list for Albacete–Real Madrid
Goalkeepers: Lunin, Fran González, and Sergio Mestre.
Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Asencio, Fran García, Huijsen, David Jiménez, and Joan Martínez.
Midfielders: Camavinga, Valverde, Arda Güler, Ceballos, Cestero, Manuel Ángel, and Palacios.
Forwards: Vini Jr., Gonzalo, and Mastantuono.