Madrid Derby: Threats and Opportunities
The Madrid derby is approaching, and with it, the tension of a crucial clash. Real Madrid faces these duels with several players on the verge of suspension due to accumulated cards. Specifically, five players from the white team are cautioned and, if they see a yellow card in the first leg, would miss the return match.
Among these players are Rüdiger, Tchouameni, Camavinga, Modric, and Endrick. The situation generates concern in the coaching staff, as the possible absence of key players could affect the team’s performance in such an important match.
In contrast, Atlético de Madrid’s situation is more favorable in this aspect. Only two players from the rojiblanco team are at risk of suspension: Giménez and Correa. The possible absence of Giménez could be covered with alternatives such as Lenglet or Le Normand in defense.
In the case of Correa, although he is an important revulsive, he is not usually an undisputed starter, which allows Simeone to have options to replace him. The rest of the colchonera squad is at low risk of sanction, which is a strategic advantage heading into the derby.
In short, Atlético de Madrid arrives at the derby with fewer concerns regarding possible sanctions, which could give them a tactical advantage over their eternal rival. The rojiblancos will seek to take advantage of this situation to prevail in the match and continue adding important points in the competition.
