Possible Real Madrid lineup for matchday 9, per sports press
The Real Madrid visit Sánchez Pizjuán (Sunday 21:00) with a clear message: arrive alive in the league for the Clasico. Mourinho ’s side head into Matchday 9 after an epic comeback that, in theory, left more than one open debate. The question is: will Mourinho think the same?
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"B team" was far more effective than "A." Players like Endrick, Espí or Bernardo Silva revitalized a Real Madrid that looked almost down and out in a match where, in the 81st minute, they were losing 3-1. What looked like it would be a humiliating defeat ended up being another unforgettable night for the Whites in Europe. However, the Mourinho himself hinted that although the changes were very positive, his initial plan was not wrong, saying that if the 11 who were on the pitch at the end of the 90 minutes had been the starting XI, "they would have put five past them." Listening to him, it seems unlikely to see a real overhaul against Sevilla FC.
The media’s view is unanimous in the Madrid goal and attack. In defense and midfield, there is more disagreement. Valverde appears in all the betting slips, but between Tchouameni and Bernardo Silva there are certain doubts. Cucurella’s low level, still far from what he shows with the national team and during his time at Chelsea, opens the door even wider for Carreras, who would chain his second consecutive start. Dumfries and Trent continue their own battle for the right-back spot, while Rüdiger and Konaté will fight to partner Huijsen in central defense. The absences, aside from Vinicius being suspended, remain three: Militao, Asencio and Mendy.
Goal drops everyone else, backing Rüdiger over Huijsen
Rüdiger2.850.000€+130.000€?
DF
Huijsen3.950.000€+50.000€?
DFThe German centre-back capped the comeback against Roma in Champions and has played in three of the last four matches. His defensive performance is being good and he brings experience and veteran know-how. So far, his physical condition is also holding up. Although his role has been less than in previous seasons, "Toni" is always ready and makes the most of every chance he is given. In the other positions, Goal goes with the same ten names who faced Villarreal at the Bernabéu and secured a narrow victory.
Goal’s starting XI are: Courtois; Trent, Konaté, Huijsen, Carreras; Tochuameni, Valverde; Arda Güler, Yan Diomande, Bellingham and Mbappé.
El Desmarque opts for a Bernardo Silva-Valverde pivot
Bernardo Silva5.560.000€-170.000€?
MD
Fede Valverde10.590.000€+640.000€?
MDThe few minutes the Portuguese played against Roma showed how much a profile like his is needed on the pitch. If you go by the meritocracy – which Mourinho himself mentioned – and if he continues to improve physically, the "20" should be there. The Uruguayan has played every match to date and has the label of an undisputed starter. If any piece is moved in midfield, it would not be him. As for defense, Desmarque goes with the same full-backs as in Matchday 8: Trent and Carreras. Konaté also repeats. Huijsen would be the only change after returning from his suspension following the red card against Atlético de Madrid. The top four, with the left-wing doubt cleared over whether it is Vinicius or Diomande, will be the ones who usually start.
Real Madrid lineup according to El Desmarque: Courtois; Trent, Konaté, Huijsen, Carreras; Bernardo Silva, Valverde; Arda Güler, Yan Diomande, Bellingham and Mbappé.
Sport Ilustrated changes both full-backs and keeps Tchouameni
Cucurella6.480.000€-420.000€?
DF
Dumfries3.280.000€+20.000€?
DFCucurella and Dumfries have had more prominence during the season – both have featured in all matches to a greater or lesser extent – but they still have not managed to lock down a spot in the starting XI. Trent and Carreras have made the most of their opportunities. That’s why Mourinho faces a dilemma. On paper, the Catalan and the Dutchman have a slight edge, but they will have to prove more to keep it. In midfield, Sport Ilustrated sticks to the usual pattern and for the fifth consecutive match puts Valverde alongside Tchouameni. Since the Frenchman has been available, Mourinho has not hesitated to build his game around both of them. The attack will be formed again by Bellingham, Güler, Diomande, and Mbappé.
Sport Ilustrated’s XI: Courtois; Dumfries, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Tchouameni, Valverde; Arda Güler, Yan Diomande, Bellingham and Mbappé.
Comuniate backs Trent, Konaté and Carreras... with reservations
Alexander-Arnold1.920.000€+100.000€?
DF
Konaté5.200.000€?
DFThere are too many questions in the defensive line... but they are also logical. Only Huijsen convinces 100%. Konaté, though to a lesser extent, also does. Dean is showing defensive solidity that, together with his ball-playing, has made him the leader of a defense that, on many occasions, leaks goals. Konaté is the one closest to his best version. The other four seem set to fight it out for the full-back spots for now.
Diomande17.210.000€-570.000€?
DL
Mbappé20.260.000€+270.000€?
DLWith Vinicius out for four matches (Sevilla, Barcelona, Racing de Santander and Valencia), Diomande will become the reference left winger. The position where the Ivorian is supposed to be most dangerous. Güler is proving match after match that he has to be there, even if it’s on the right flank. Bellingham as a number 10 also raises no doubts. Just like Mbappé, whom neither the best Endrick nor the best Espí can take off the tip of the attack.
Comuniate’s starting XI: Courtuois; Trent, Huijsen, Konaté, Carreras; Tchouameni, Valverde; Bellingham, Güler, Diomande, Mbappé.
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