Published on: Aug 29, 2024 12:00 pm IST|Updated on: Aug 29, 2024 12:00 pm IST
Real Madrid will be looking to secure back-to-back wins in La Liga when they face Las Palmas in an away clash on Thursday at the Estadio Gran Canaria. The reigning La Liga champions are coming off a comfortable win against Real Valladolid, while Las Palmas will be searching for their first victory of the season after a narrow loss to Leganes.
Form Las Palmas La Liga Form: D-L Real Madrid La Liga Form: D-W
Cillessen; Suarez, McKenna, Marmol, A Munoz; J Munoz, Loiodice, Rodriguez; Marvin, Moleiro, McBurnie
Las Palmas are dealing with injury woes, as attackers Adnan Januzaj and Pejino are both ruled out with muscle problems. Midfielder Fabio Gonzalez faces a late fitness test after missing the opening two matches due to an ankle injury. Despite scoring in both of Las Palmas’ opening matches, Sandro Ramirez might start on the bench.
Courtois; Vazquez, Militao, Rudiger, Mendy; Valverde, Tchouameni, Modric; Brahim; Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
Real Madrid continues to deal with several injuries ahead of their trip to Gran Canaria. Jude Bellingham is sidelined until after the international break with a muscle injury in his right leg. David Alaba and Eduardo Camavinga are also unavailable, while Jesus Vallejo remains a doubt after missing the last match against Valladolid due to fitness issues.
Ferland Mendy is expected to return to the starting lineup after serving a one-match suspension for a red card received against Mallorca. Fran Garcia, who filled in for Mendy, will likely make way. Manager Carlo Ancelotti might rotate his squad, with Lucas Vazquez, Luka Modric, and Brahim Diaz all vying for a starting spot.
GK: Courtois
DEF: Militao, Rudiger, A Munoz, Mendy
MID: J Munoz, Moleiro, Valverde
FW: Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
For final spot, choose from Lucas Vazquez, Luka Modric, and Brahim Diaz.
Given Real Madrid’s strong home performance against Valladolid and their desire to continue their winning momentum, they are expected to take all three points against a Las Palmas side that has struggled for form, particularly in La Liga. Las Palmas may pose some challenges, especially playing at home, but Real Madrid’s superior quality should see them through.
Real Madrid’s attacking firepower, coupled with Las Palmas’ winless streak, suggests a likely victory for the reigning champions as they aim to solidify their position in the early stages of the La Liga season.