Real Madrid have confirmed their starting lineup for the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal against Arsenal at the Santiago Bernabéu. After suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium, Los Blancos will be looking for a dramatic comeback on home soil.
The starting XI for Real Madrid is as follows: Courtois; Alaba, Rüdiger, Asensio, Vázquez; Bellingham, Tchouaméni, Valverde; Vinícius Jr., Mbappé, and Rodrygo.
With a star-studded attack featuring Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Rodrygo, and midfield power from Bellingham, Tchouaméni, and Valverde, Carlo Ancelotti’s side is expected to go all out in search of goals. Thibaut Courtois in goal, while the defense will be anchored by Rüdiger and Alaba, supported by Asensio and Vázquez in the full-back positions.
The first leg saw Arsenal dominate, with two goals from Declan Rice and one from Mikel Merino. Real Madrid now face a monumental challenge to overturn the result and keep their Champions League hopes alive.