This Saturday, Real Madrid and Barcelona will battle it out at the Nou Camp for three points in the Clasico. Los Blancos are confident heading into this match thanks to their recent 2-1 victory away at Braga.

Carlo Ancelotti will line up his starters in a 4-3-1-2 formation for this game, and the Italian manager may make some adjustments to his starting lineup. It is anticipated that Toni Kroos and David Alaba will both start this match.

4-3-1-2 The Likely Starting XI For Real Madrid vs. Barcelona

Defence

Kepa Arrizabalaga, who let in a goal in his previous game but will start for Los Blancos, will be in goal. In the middle of Ancelotti’s defense, David Alaba will reunite alongside Antonio Rudiger as they look to maintain stability at the back for the full match.

Dani Carvajal will continue his duties on the right side of defense, while Eduardo Camavinga will try to make an impression on the left. If they wish to limit the opposition’s ability to cause issues from the wide areas, both will need to do their defensive tasks well.

On defense, Nacho will be available to help out from the bench.

Midfield

The Madrid team will rely on Toni Kroos, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Federico Valverde to man the middle of the field and make things difficult for their opponents.

In the final third, number 10 Jude Bellingham will be looking to make an impact.

Luka Modric will have to settle for sitting on the bench until the second half, when he will hopefully be able to make an impact if necessary.

Attack

The Madrid giants will look on Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo to carry the offensive load in the final third. This weekend, they must find a method to create havoc inside Barcelona’s penalty area.

Joselu will have to settle for a seat on the bench, but if Real Madrid are still in need of a goal in the final 15 minutes, he may make a big difference off the bench.