Real Madrid Playing XI vs Barcelona: Kylian Mbappe to be Dropped? Team News, Predicted Lineup for Copa del Rey Final

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Football fans are set for a thrilling clash as Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in the Copa del Rey final this weekend.

The highly anticipated final marks the eighth meeting between the two rivals in the competition with Real Madrid and Barcelona having claimed the trophy a combined 51 times.

However, Madrid face setbacks ahead of the match, with key players Eduardo Camavinga and David Alaba ruled out due to injuries sustained in their midweek victory over Getafe. Mbappe's return provides a boost for the team. Carlo Ancelotti's side will have to cope without the French midfielder and the experienced defender.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Will Eduardo Camavinga and Ferland Mendy Miss the Match?

Eduardo Camavinga who is soldiered on despite suffering a groin injury from a rough challenge, but tests later revealed a torn adductor tendon ruling him out for the remainder of the season. With both players unavailable, Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Fran Garcia will step in as the starting left-back for the crucial fixtures ahead.

Ferland Mendy joins Real Madrid's growing injury list. He is racing against time to overcome a hamstring problem before the decisive match. Despite the setbacks, manager Carlo Ancelott,i whose own future at the club remains uncertain remains unfazed.

He said, "We could line up in a 4-4-2 with six midfielders and no striker if needed" also added, "The key is solid defending but I trust this group to also generate attacking opportunities."

With midfield options thinning, veteran playmaker Luka Modric could play a pivotal role. The 38-year-old old, expected to depart when his contract expires this summer. He may have one final chance to lift silverware in the famous white shirt.

Kylian Mbappe to be Dropped?

Kylian Mbappe is set to be available for Real Madrid in Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Barcelona despite suffering an injury during their Champions League clash with Arsenal. Mbappe has gone without scoring in five matches but the France international is set to start the El Clasico against Barcelona. It will be important for Mbappe to find the net as they look to win their first trophy of the season.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Injury Updates

David Alaba and Eduardo Camavinga are out with muscle and adductor injuries respectively. Fran García will start as left-back. Ferland Mendy is also injured and racing to recover. Despite the setbacks and uncertainty over his future Carlo Ancelotti remains calm ahead of crucial fixtures. Ancelotti said, "There may be a favourite, but a final is a final. And anything can happen"

"We will see tomorrow what the medical exams say but (Alaba and Camavinga) both suffered leg muscle injuries and it looks very unlikely for them to make it to Saturday's final" Ancelotti revealed in a post-match press conference.

Copa del Rey Final: Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs Barcelona

Real Madrid predicted XI (4-3-1-2): Thibaut Courtois; Fran Garcia, Antonio Rudiger, Marcos Fernandez, Lucas Vazquez; Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni, Jude Bellingham; Luka Modric, Vinicius Junior; Kylian Mbappe