Valverde confuses Ancelotti over Real Madrid’s expected lineup against Arsenal

Real Madrid faces a crucial match against Arsenal this Tuesday evening in the Champions League quarter-finals at the Emirates Stadium.

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti will be unable to count on Ukrainian goalkeeper Andriy Lunin due to a leg muscle injury. However, he has recovered the services of Thibaut Courtois, who confirmed he is 100% fit and will start.

Neither left-back Ferland Mendy nor midfielder Dani Ceballos have traveled to London. Due to injury, Tchouameni will miss the match due to suspension due to accumulated cards.

According to the Spanish newspaper “AS”, Real Madrid will enter the match with the following lineup:

Goalkeeper: Courtois

Defense: (Vazquez or Valverde), Asensio, Rüdiger, and Fran Garcia

Midfield: (Modric or Valverde), Camavinga, and Bellingham

Attack: Rodrygo, Vinicius, and Mbappé

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will enter the match with the following lineup:

Goalkeeper: Raya

Defense: Lewis Skelly, Kwer, Saliba, and Timber

Midfield: Thomas, Odegaard, and Rice

Attack: Martinelli, Saka, and Merino