The highly anticipated capital derby will occur this Sunday evening at the “Bernabeu,” as Real Madrid welcomes their intense rival, Atletico Madrid. This fixture represents one of the most significant games on the football calendar. Currently, Real Madrid sits in second position within the La Liga standings, trailing Barcelona by just four points.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid occupies third place, a distance of nine points separating them from their city counterpart. Both teams will experience absences for this crucial encounter. Real Madrid will be without Eder Militon, Dani Ceballos, Rodrygo, and Thibaut Courtois, who are unable to participate.
However, Ferland Mendy, David Alaba, and Raul Asencio have a chance to return to the squad. Jude Bellingham is fully recovered from a hamstring injury and will be available. Kylian Mbappe, having returned from injury as a substitute against Manchester City, is anticipated to start the game.
The match promises a fierce battle between these two prominent madrid teams, real and atletico, with significant implications for the La Liga title race. The atmosphere at the Bernabeu is sure to be electric.
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