Real Madrid and Vinícius chase victory in Leipzig before El Clasico

At the Santiago Bernabéu, under the night lights, Real Madrid is preparing to host RB Leipzig this Wednesday at 9 p.m., aiming to achieve their third consecutive win in the Champions League and go into Sunday’s Clasico with morale at its peak.

The Clasico against Barça at the Camp Nou comes just four days after the clash with the Germans. José Mourinho could make rotations to manage players with more minutes, although Vinícius, suspended in the league, will play.

“The only untouchable thing is the badge,” Mourinho said when asked about Vinícius. The Portuguese coach makes it clear that the Brazilian is not untouchable after the suspension.

The debate remains open about whether Real Madrid performs better without the Brazilian, after the 4‑1 win over Sevilla last Sunday. That result fuels the discussion among fans and the coaching staff.

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Mbappé and Bellingham are undisputed starters; Diomandé and Arda Güler could end up on the bench.

The midfield will depend on Fede Valverde; Mou will decide whether he returns to his natural position or stays on the right flank. If Valverde returns to the middle, Dumfries would occupy the right side where Rudiger is targeting the eleven.

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Demichelis arrives under pressure after four away defeats. The Argentine could sacrifice Nkunku to strengthen the midfield and curb Real Madrid.