Real Madrid presents an intriguing clash in La Liga, as both teams navigate their respective challenges. Rayo Vallecano, currently positioned 12th in the league, has shown resilience with recent victories against Valencia and Unionistas de Salamanca . Their current form provides a degree of optimism as they face a historically dominant opponent. However, the absence of key players like Raul de Tomas and Pelayo Fernandez due to illness and injury may hinder their performance.
Rayo Vallecano will welcome the defending champions of Europe Real Madrid in a high spectacle clash this weekend. The Red Sashes have struggled to find consistency this season and are seeking resurgence. Rayo are nearing the relegation zone and will need to set things right before it’s too late.
The hosts brought an end to their winless run in the LaLiga with a 1-0 win over Valencia and will hope to build upon the momentum.
Real on the other hand will be ever so motivated to secure a win and overtake Barcelona to go one point clear at the top of the table. The Kings of Europe have maintained the balance in both attack and defence having scored 31 goals and conceded just 13. Carlo Ancelotti’s men will not want to let go of this golden chance to go at the top of the table once more. 
Rayo Vallecano possible starting lineup: Batalla; Ratiu, Lejeune, Mumin, Chavarria; Ciss, Valentin; De Frutos, Palazon, A Garcia; Nteka
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Real Madrid possible starting lineup: Courtois; Vazquez, Tchouameni, Rudiger, F Garcia; Ceballos, Valverde; Brahim, Bellingham, Vinicius; Rodrygo
Real Madrid enters this fixture with aspirations to climb to the top of the league table. Currently second and just two points behind Barcelona with a game in hand, they aim for a victory to solidify their title hopes . Nevertheless, injuries plague the squad significantly; key players such as Carvajal and Mbappe are sidelined . This context raises questions regarding potential lineups and strategic adaptations by both teams.
On the other hand, Real Madrid is grappling with its own set of difficulties. Despite being second in the league standings and recently defeating Atalanta in the Champions League, injuries to pivotal players such as Carvajal, Militao, Alaba, Mendy, and Mbappe have raised concerns about their depth . The predicted lineups indicate that both teams will field competitive sides; however, Real Madrid's historical advantage—having won 37 out of 44 encounters—suggests they remain favorites for this fixture.
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