Will Kylian Mbappe play today? Predicted Lineups for Real Madrid vs. AS Monaco in the Champions League match

After the dismissal of Xabi Alonso and the defeat against Albacete in the Copa del Rey, Real Madrid have managed to turn things around and convincingly beat Levante in LaLiga. However, they face their biggest challenge since the arrival of head coach Alvaro Arbeloa AS Monaco in the Champions League. With this in mind, Fans are closely monitoring Kylian Mbappe’s condition as they hope to see him in the starting line-up.

Although Kylian is dealing with some problems related to his knee, Arbeloa decided to call him up for today’s Champions League match. After training and starting with the latest game, the French star is expected to start again and lead Los Blancos in scoring. Consolidated as the current top scorer in the league, the 27-year-old could widen the gap by scoring against AS Monaco.

Along with Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. is expected to join the team. will lead the team’s attack, as coach Arbeloa has publicly highlighted him as a cornerstone of Real Madrid’s project. Moreover, the Brazilian star has a strong connection on the field with the French star, creating a formidable attack. With this dynamic duo, the Spanish team will look to secure their first Champions League win since Xabi’s dismissal, cementing their promising form.

While Real Madrid is still looking for a solid form, Arbeloa has a great opportunity to consolidate an organized midfieldespecially since Luka Modric’s departure has been a challenge. For this reason Eduardo Camavinga’s inconsistency could prompt the coach to opt for Arda Gulerby pairing him with Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni, as Federico Valverde could start at right back again.

Real Madrid predicted line-up vs. AS Monaco

Even though Mbappé seems ready to start against AS Monaco today, Real Madrid still has to deal with important absentees: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Eder Militao, Antonio Rudiger and Rodrygo Goes will not play due to injuries. Moreover, Alvaro Carreras will also be absent due to yellow cards. For that reason, coach Alvaro Arbeloa may be tempted to opt for a similar formation, but Franco Mastantuono may get a chance to start as a right winger.

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With this in mind, Real Madrid could play like this: Thibaut Courtois; Federico Valverde, Raul Asencio, Dean Huijsen, Fran Garcia; Aurelien Tchouameni, Arda Guler, Jude Bellingham; Franco Mastantuono, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr.

AS Monaco predicted line-up vs. Real Madrid

Just like Real Madrid, AS Monaco arrive at today’s Champions League match with key absentees as Takumi Minamino, Mohammed Salisu, Krepin Diatta, Lukas Hradecky, Christian Mawissa and Paul Pogba cannot play. Nevertheless, coach Sebastien Pocognoli will try to turn around the team’s poor form by winning the match against the Spanish side. To achieve that, Folarin Balogun, Denis Zakaria and Maghnes Akliouche could play a key role.

Taking this into account, AS Monaco could play as follows: Philipp Kohn; Vanderson, Thilo Kehrer, Eric Dier, Caio Henrique; Maghnes Akliouche, Jordan Teze, Denis Zakaria, Aleksandr Golovin; Mika Biereth, Folarin Balogun.