With the third international break of the season underway, Real Madrid returned to training today at Valdebebas following a two-day rest period. Manager Carlo Ancelotti conducted the session with only six first-team players available, as the club faces a double setback: eight players away on international duty and seven sidelined with injuries.
International Call-Ups and Injury Concerns
Real Madrid are without several players who have joined their national teams: Antonio Rüdiger (Germany), Federico Valverde (Uruguay), Eduardo Camavinga (France), Jude Bellingham (England), Arda Güler (Turkey), Luka Modrić (Croatia), Vinícius Júnior (Brazil), and Brahim Díaz (Morocco).
Adding to the challenge, the club is dealing with seven injuries: Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, Thibaut Courtois, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Lucas Vázquez, Rodrygo, and Éder Militão are all undergoing recovery. Fran García trained indoors today as part of his fitness routine, while Ferland Mendy, Dani Ceballos, Jesús Vallejo, and Andriy Lunin joined Kylian Mbappé and Endrick on the pitch.
Training Session Focus
Today’s session at Real Madrid City featured a mix of first-team and Castilla players to make up the numbers. The squad worked on technical drills, including rondos, ball circulation exercises, and pressing sequences. To close out the session, the players participated in small-sided games, keeping their competitive edge sharp during the break.
Preparing for Crucial Fixtures
While Real Madrid’s next match isn’t until November 24 against Leganés in La Liga, Ancelotti’s side is already laying the groundwork for that clash. Attention is also focused on the Champions League showdown at Anfield against Liverpool on November 27, a fixture that could prove pivotal in the group stage standings.