"On Sunday, the Santiago Bernabéu will host the first Clásico of the season with the LaLiga lead at stake. Real Madrid are two points above Barcelona and eager for revenge after a season in which Los Blancos suffered four defeats against their eternal rivals. But Hansi Flick's team come into the game with a plague of injuries that particularly affect the forward line."
"Rodra: There's no doubt about the goalkeeper, right? Bou: No. Especially with García and Ter Stegen injured. Thibaut Courtois in goal is a safe bet. I'd say that with Courtois, Pedri, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, there can be no debate. Rodra: Perfect, I also have those four in my starting XI. Defense: Jules Koundé, Eder Militão, Pau Cubarsí, Alejandro Balde"
On Sunday the Santiago Bernabéu will host the first Clásico of the season with the LaLiga lead at stake. Real Madrid sit two points above Barcelona and seek revenge after suffering four defeats against their rivals last season. Barcelona arrive with a raft of injuries that significantly affect the forward line. Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Robert Lewandowski, Gavi, Joan García and Marc-André ter Stegen will miss the match. Combined starting XIs were selected based on season performances. Thibaut Courtois is the clear choice in goal. Defensive options debated include Jules Koundé, Eder Militão, Pau Cubarsí and Alejandro Balde.
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