Carlo Ancelotti He considered that there was no reason to wait any longer. For this reason, almost 3 hours in advance, the official line-up of the Real Madrid for the 2021/22 UEFA Champions League final against Liverpool.
Because of how the season is closing, there were those who expected Rodrygo Goes to start. The Brazilian winger will surely play, but he will do so as a substitute. Carletto He opted to give the right lane to Fede Valverde, who has the physique, the commitment and the route to complete winger and lane careers (a nice mission to cover Robertson’s constant projections and help Carvajal with Luis Díaz).
David Alaba, who was in doubt due to his physical situation, is starting. The experienced Austrian defender will share defense with Eder Militao. In this way, Nacho will start the match from the bench.
OFFICIAL ALIGNMENT OF REAL MADRID
Goalie: Thibaut Courtois.
Defenders: Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, David Alaba and Ferland Mendy.
Midfielders: Fede Valverde, Casemiro, Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.
Attackers: Karim Benzema and Vinicius Junior.
Bank: Lunin, Nacho, Hazard, Asensio, Marcelo, Lucas, Bale, Ceballos, Rodrygo, Isco, Mariano and Camavinga.
Undefeated data. Real Madrid has reached 5 of the last 9 UEFA Champions League finals. Folly. They are the undisputed kings of the tournament.
Did you know…? Carlo Ancelotti is the only manager to have qualified for 5 UEFA Champions League finals in the entire history of the game. Iconic trainer.