Real Madrid Hit by Injury Storm Ahead of Mallorca Clash
Real Madrid’s preparations for their La Liga fixture against RCD Mallorca have been rocked by an injury crisis that leaves only 10 first-team players available for selection. Manager Carlo Ancelotti will need to turn to youth players to meet La Liga’s team composition requirements.
Who’s Missing? Full Injury and Suspension List
Injured Players:
- Brahim Díaz – Thigh strain
- Dani Carvajal – Muscle issue
- David Alaba – Long-term ACL injury
- Ferland Mendy – Ongoing fitness problems
- Éder Militão – Recovery from knee surgery
- Lucas Vázquez – Muscle injury
- Andriy Lunin – Hand injury
- Eduardo Camavinga – Strain
- Vinícius Júnior – Muscle fatigue
- Rodrygo Goes – Fitness management
Suspended:
- Aurélien Tchouaméni – Accumulated yellow cards
With these players sidelined, Ancelotti has been forced to call up several Castilla (B team) players to complete the squad list.
La Liga Rules Force Ancelotti’s Hand
La Liga regulations state that teams must field a minimum of 7 registered first-team players at all times. With just 10 fit senior players, Ancelotti must carefully manage substitutions and tactics to avoid breaching league rules.
Match Preview: Real Madrid vs. RCD Mallorca
What’s at Stake?
- For Real Madrid:
- Maintaining form ahead of European competitions
- Avoiding defeat that could hand Barcelona the title mathematically
- For Mallorca:
- Securing points for a potential European qualification push
- Exploiting Madrid’s squad weakness for an upset
Match Details:
- Date: May 14, 2025
- Kickoff: 9:30 PM CET / 3:30 PM EST
- Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
- Live On: Movistar LaLiga, ESPN+, ABC
Can Ancelotti Adapt Under Pressure?
This match is a litmus test for Ancelotti’s adaptability. With multiple stars sidelined and pressure mounting, the veteran coach must rely on tactical discipline and youth performances to secure a vital win.
Final Thoughts
Real Madrid’s squad crisis couldn’t come at a worse time, with title hopes fading and their European campaign ongoing. All eyes will be on how the depleted team performs under the bright lights of the Bernabéu.
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