Real Madrid Faces Squad Dilemma During Break!

As the October international break unfolds, Real Madrid’s manager Xabi Alonso finds himself with a reduced squad of just nine players to work with. This comes as 11 key members of the team have joined their national squads, including stars like Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, Eduardo Camavinga, Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, Éder Militão, Mastantuono, and Gonzalo. Additionally, Huijsen was initially called up by Spain but returned to Madrid due to an injury.

With the absence of these international stars, Alonso is left with a limited group comprising Andriy Lunin, Fran Garcia, Carreras, Asencio, Dani Ceballos, Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Jude Bellingham, and Endrick. The coaching staff at Real Madrid is keen on organizing a friendly match against the club’s reserve team, Castilla, to maintain the competitive rhythm of those who remain in the capital. This match would also offer an opportunity to scout young talents from the academy.

Castilla’s Recent Success

Under the guidance of Álvaro Arbeloa since this summer, Castilla has recently achieved a significant milestone. They secured a historic 3-2 victory against Ponferradina, marking their first win in Galicia in two decades. This success underscores the potential and resilience of the young squad as they continue to develop under Arbeloa’s leadership.

Upcoming Challenges for Real Madrid

Once the international break concludes, Real Madrid will face a demanding schedule. They are set to travel to Getafe before hosting Juventus in a crucial Champions League fixture. The month will culminate with the highly anticipated El Clásico against FC Barcelona. Meanwhile, Castilla will focus on their matches against Pontevedra, Ourense, and Real Avilés as they aim to climb away from the relegation zone in Primera RFEF after a challenging start to their season.

The upcoming days will be critical for both teams as they prepare for these important fixtures. The friendly match could provide valuable insights and help maintain fitness levels during this period of reduced squad availability.