Real Madrid Confidencial Official: Xabi's decision between Vini and Rodrygo against Mallorca
Xabi Alonso will seek his third victory while he continues with his rotations
Real Madrid have managed to start the campaign with two important victories against Osasuna and Oviedo. A perfect 6 points while they're still in preseason after not having had any preparation time. However, they want a perfect record before the first international break with a win against Mallorca.
It won't be easy since it will be a team that will look to sit back at Bernabéu and counterattack. This is something Xabi Alonso has taken into account when setting up the starting eleven to face Mallorca. Starting with the goal, where he keeps relying on Courtois as the starting goalkeeper.
In defense, he keeps rotating, with Trent returning to the starting eleven, and Carvajal once again on the bench. The same goes for Militao, who starts to take advantage of his ability to play the ball out from the back. The two new signings who keep starting are Álvaro Carreras and Dean Huijsen.
A defense that will generate play to help break down the expected tight Bermellona defense. But also with players who will be quick to recover. Especially Carreras and Militao, who will be important in case the team loses the ball.
Vinicius regains his place in the starting eleven
The big surprise at Carlos Tartiere was Vinicius's absence from the starting line-up to allow Rodrygo to start. However, the former came on and managed a goal and an assist with a great performance that hasn't gone unnoticed. He earns his return to Xabi Alonso's starting plans.
He will be joined by Mbappé, who has started the season very sharp and effective in front of goal. He has scored 3 goals as he tries to defend his Pichichi and Golden Boot trophies won last season. Alongside them, Mastantuono starts again, who left a very good impression in his first two matches.
In midfield, the responsibility returns to Arda Güler, a key piece for Xabi Alonso. Together with Tchouaméni, they seem to be the backbone in the middle for the Basque coach. Fede Valverde completes the starting eleven given the list of absences Real Madrid have in this area of the field.
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