As the final international break of 2025 approaches, Real Madrid sees eleven of its players called up to represent their nations. Coach Xabi Alonso faces a challenging week, as he will be without several key players due to injuries. Notable absentees include Dani Carvajal, Thibaut Courtois, Antonio Rüdiger, Federico Valverde, and Aurélien Tchouaméni, all of whom will remain at Valdebebas for rehabilitation.
Fortunately for Alonso, most of his international stars will not have to travel far. The Brazilian trio of Rodrygo, Éder Militão, and Vinicius Jr. are set to play two friendly matches in Europe. Their first encounter will be against Senegal in London on November 15, followed by a clash with Tunisia in Lille on November 18. Meanwhile, Kylian Mbappé and Eduardo Camavinga will be the most traveled players as they join the French national team. France will face Azerbaijan on November 16 before hosting Ukraine shortly after.
Exciting Matches Ahead
In addition to these fixtures, several other Real Madrid players are gearing up for important matches. Dean Huijsen and Arda Güler will cross paths in Seville as Spain takes on Turkey in their second match of the international break. For David Alaba, this is a crucial opportunity to gain valuable playing time with Austria as they prepare for their upcoming match against Cyprus.
The situation also presents a chance for players like Brahim Díaz, who has been called up by Morocco, and Gonzalo García, who joins the Spanish U21 squad. Notably, Jude Bellingham returns to the England setup after missing the previous international window, eager to contribute once again.
Match Schedule Overview
The upcoming fixtures for Real Madrid’s international players are as follows:
- Spain: Dean Huijsen
Georgia – Spain (November 15, 18:00)
Spain – Turkey (November 18, 20:45) - France: Kylian Mbappé, Eduardo Camavinga
France – Ukraine (November 13, 20:45)
Azerbaijan – France (November 16, 18:00) - Brazil: Éder Militão, Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr.
Brazil – Senegal (November 15, 17:00)
Brazil – Tunisia (November 18, 20:30) - England: Jude Bellingham
England – Serbia (November 13, 20:45)
Albania – England (November 16, 18:00) - Turkey: Arda Güler
Turkey – Bulgaria (November 15, 18:00)
Spain – Turkey (November 18, 20:45) - Austria: David Alaba
Austria – Cyprus (match date TBD)
This international break not only serves as a platform for players to showcase their skills but also allows them to gain crucial experience ahead of the critical phase of the club season. With so many key players away on duty, how will Xabi Alonso manage his squad’s fitness and performance upon their return? Only time will tell.
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