The only thing standing in the way of Real Madrid extending its La Liga 43-game unbeaten streak is Barcelona.
The first El Clásico of the 2024–25 season has much more than just bragging rights on the line. Real Madrid trails Barcelona by three points and could surge to the top of the La Liga standings with a victory over its biggest rivals. Even with Kylian Mbappé in the side, though, the task of defeating the Catalans is never easy, especially with the recent injuries hitting Los Blancos.
Both Rodrygo and Thibaut Courtois suffered thigh injuries against Borussia Dortmund on Oct. 22, leaving Carlo Ancelotti without two of his starters. Dani Carvajal and David Alaba remain sidelined as well. Now, Ancelotti must decide what formation and lineup he plays against the team with just one La Liga defeat in 10 matches.
Here's what Real Madrid's XI could look like against Hansi Flick's men on Saturday, Oct. 26.






