In just a few hours, Real Madrid will meet their local rivals in the most prestigious club football championship. This derby will be unlike any other, as the two teams of Madrid will meet on a grander scale, with both attempting to topple the other in order to capture the throne home.
Carlo Ancelotti and his team are well aware that this particular game would not be simple. To defeat Diego Simeone's tough side, they will need far more than courage and ambitions. They will need the best men on the field to sail through this game. Here is the expected lineup, which I believe is the finest for the occasion.
GK Thibaut Courtois
An vital game like this requires a consistent and experienced player, such as the Belgian. His experience between the goalposts has always been critical for Real Madrid in these big games. Courtois is coming off a solid period of rest, and it may be the greatest moment for him to participate at this point of the campaign.
RB Fede Valverde
This should go without saying. Fede Valverde is totally healed from the little pain that hindered him from performing at his best in recent games. Carlo Ancelotti has expressed faith in the Uruguayan's abilities at right-back, and a game as important as this would just require him to keep the defense together.
CB Raul Asencio
The Spanish youngster is enjoying the time of his life. He has been a consistent performer for Los Blancos, and there is presently nothing that can replace him. Raul Asencio must start and may be critical in stopping the hosts' high-powered offense.
CB Antonio Rudiger
Rudiger, an excellent companion with Asencio, has done well for Madrid thus far. He is a ferocious aggressor who must use such behaviors to construct a solid foundation. He speaks from the back and commands the defense. The German is an obvious choice due to his experience and veteranism.
LB Ferland Mendy
He may not be the best on attack, but Carlo Ancelotti has that covered with his midfield and wingers. Ferland Mendy is a solid ball defender who has recently performed well. Fran Garcia, who is also a strong contender for the post, is a little unpredictable and has yet to establish himself as a clear winner over Mendy.
DM Aurelien Tchouameni
The French great has returned to his former ways and has delivered some outstanding performances in recent games. Of course, he must duplicate this in the Champions League this time around, and it is safe to expect him to do so.
CM Eduardo Camavinga
This is my hardest pick. Camavinga has had an untenable streak in previous games, but now is his chance to turn things around. Carlo Ancelotti believes in him, and this decision is a significant chance. However, it is only natural to believe that the Italian manager will once again put his trust in the young Frenchman.
AM Jude Bellingham
Bellingham's return from suspension will make him an easy starter. He has many things to prove, and now is his moment. Personally, I smell him scoring a goal in this game.
RW Brahim Diaz
He was a star in the last game and has only gotten better since, and he is closer than ever to being a regular starter for Real Madrid. To put the final nail in the coffin, Brahim Diaz will almost probably return in this match.
ST Kylian Mbappe
Mbappe is Real Madrid's undisputed starter in big games; he was mediocre in the first leg, but we must not forget what he is capable of doing. It will not take Mbappe long to replicate his performance against Manchester City, and Diego Simeone's side will spend a lot of time devising a strategy to keep him at bay.
LW Vinicius Jr
The Brazilian has been decent recently. He'll be in a good mood to complete this deal after a recent MVP performance. His indecision has not gone unnoticed, and he must think about it carefully before commencing the second leg.