Champions League 2025-2026: Real Madrid-Marseille, the likely lineups

Real Madrid opens its Champions League adventure at the Bernabeu by hosting Olympique Marseille led by Roberto De Zerbi. Kickoff at 9 p.m. The Blancos arrive to the appointment strong from four consecutive victories in the league, while the French present themselves veterans of the clear triumph obtained against Lorient.

Xabi Alonso prepares a few changes: Valverde returns as a starter in midfield, Alexander-Arnold will man the right flank and Mastantuono will take Brahim’s place. Otherwise, not many other changes are expected ahead of the European debut, in which Bellingham and Camavinga, who returned to the roster after overcoming their respective injuries, will also take part.

De Zerbi loses Aguerd to injury: in his place will be Balerdi, paired with Pavard in defense. Midfield dike formed by Kondogbia and Hojbjerg. In attack, Aubameyang returns from 1′ with Greenwood, Gomes and Weah in support in the three-quarter.

Probable lineups

Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Valverde; Mastantuono; Güler; Vinicius, Mbappé. All. Xabi Alonso

Marseille (4-2-3-1): Rulli; Murillo, Pavard, Balerdi, Medina; Kondogbia, Höjbjerg,; Greenwood, Gomes, Weah; Aubameyang. All. De Zerbi