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Andriy Lunin - Abysmal in defeat Lunin had one save and allowed four goals in Tuesday's 4-2 loss versus Girona.

Impact Lunin did not look comfortable in the net after getting the late call to start with Thibaut Courtois picking up a stomach illness. He had started nine other time for Courtois, making 15 saves with three sheets on nine goals allowed in all competitions. The keeper would get the start again Saturday against Almeria if Courtois is not well enough to play.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thibaut Courtois - Absent Tuesday Courtois did not make the trip to Girona on Tuesday due to undisclosed reasons.

Impact Courtois is currently riding a four-match clean sheet streak in which he made 14 saves. Instead of the towering Belgian, Real Madrid will have to turn to Andriy Lunin, who will be making his first league start since February 15 against Elche in which he earned a clean sheet without making a save. For his part, Courtois should reclaim his place in the starting XI as soon as he is fit.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'I've seen Luka Modric - and now Joe': Breaking down Willock's astonishing assist In assisting Newcastle's fourth goal, 'Willockinho' produced arguably the best pass of the entire season - here's how he did it

APRIL 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ancelotti praises Camavinga progress: 'Engine of a Ferrari' Carlo Ancelotti has talked up Eduardo Camavinga’s progress at Real Madrid and said his makeshift left-back has the “engine of a Ferrari”. Ca...

APRIL 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Karim Benzema - Out with hamstring injury Benzema was not called up by Real Madrid for Tuesday's clash against Girona.

Impact Benzema played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's win over Celta Vigo, but Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti told reporters that he's dealing with a hamstring injury and will not be available to face Girona. Rodrygo or Mariano could replace him at center forward for the game, while Benzema will hope to be able to return by next weekend's Almeria match.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Valverde - Quiet outing in win Valverde registered one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Valverde had a pretty quiet outing in their home win, contributing only with one tackle won during the 90 minutes. The midfielder has been a regular starter so far, with 34 starts in 38 appearances. He logged nine goals and six assists in the season.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Karim Benzema - Takes five shots in win Benzema registered five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo.

Impact Benzema was active on offense as usual, but could not find the back of the net. The forward led his side in shots during the win. He still has 18 goals and four assists in 28 appearances (27 starts) in the season.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Ceballos - Picks up fifth yellow card Ceballos generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Celta Vigo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.

Impact Ceballos started and had a decent outing during their home win, making the second-most tackles for his side. The midfielder also received his fifth yellow card in La Liga play, though. He is suspended for their visit to Girona on Tuesday and will be eligible to return against Almeria on Saturday.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior - Assists versus Celta Vinicius Junior assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo.

Impact Vinicius Junior assisted Marco Asensio's opener in the 42nd minute to help them earn three points at home. The forward now has 12 assists in the season, to go with 15 goals as well. He also logged the second-most chances created for his side during the win.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eder Militao - Scores in home win Militao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Militao scored in the 48th minute to double their lead and seal the win at home. The centerback now has six goals in the season. He was also part of the defense that kept the clean sheet for the fourth game in a row.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Asensio - Scores and assists versus Celta Asensio scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and six chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo, while also logging nine crosses (six accurate).

Impact Asensio was the man of the match, first scoring the opener in the 42nd minute before assisting Eder Militao in the second half to seal the deal. The forward now has 11 goals and six assists in 34 appearances (13 starts). He also led his side in crosses and chances created during the match.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thibaut Courtois - Keeps clean sheet in win Courtois recorded two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Courtois had a quiet outing and wasn't really tested during their home win. The goalkeeper logged his fourth straight clean sheet and 16th overall in the season. He will look to keep the momentum at Girona on Tuesday.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gabri Veiga? Real Madrid already have Ceballos and Bellingham to think about Real Madrid have been heavily linked with Celta Vigo's Gabri Veiga, but Dani Ceballos stole the show again

APRIL 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Real Madrid to change Bernabeu pitch before Man City semi-final Real Madrid will change the pitch at the Bernabeu before the Champions League semi-final with Manchester City. The home of the 14-time Europ...

APRIL 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ronaldo's hat-trick, Beckham's salvation and the night football reached a new level It is 20 years since Manchester United and Real Madrid's epic duel - a remarkable game bursting with subplots that changed the sport forever

APRIL 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Madrid beats Celta to pressure Barça before Atletico visit

Real Madrid has beaten Celta Vigo 2-0 to pressure Barcelona before the Spanish leader hosts Atletico Madrid needing a win to quash any fears of a late season slump

APRIL 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carlo Ancelotti clears up rumours of clash with Karim Benzema Carlo Ancelotti has addressed rumours of a clash with striker Karim Benzema.

APRIL 21, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo - La Liga: TV channel, team news, lineups & prediction TV channel, team news, lineups & prediction ahead of Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo in La Liga.

APRIL 21, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Real Madrid predicted lineup vs Celta Vigo - La Liga How Real Madrid could line up against Celta Vigo in La Liga.

APRIL 21, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Benzema available against Celta Vigo after recovering from knock Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Karim Benzema will be available for Saturday’s match against Celta Vigo after recovering from...

APRIL 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ferland Mendy - Targeting UCL return Mendy (calf) is aiming to be fit and available for the Champions League semifinal clash against Manchester City on May 9, Marca reported Friday.

Impact Mendy has been limited by multiple injuries in 2023 and has made just one appearance for Real Madrid since late January. He will hope to build up his fitness over the next two weeks and be able to return to the squad by the big UCL clash against Manchester City in early May.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE