Real Madrid had a difficult preseason. The team lost against Juventus and FC Barcelona, also suffered injuries to midfielder Arda Güler and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is concerned about the blows the club has received in recent days.
Thibaut Courtois' injury is a hard blow for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti because this player is one of the best on the team. In every game he makes great saves and is a true leader.
"Today was not a good day for the dressing room. We suffered an injury to an important player, but these things happen. Now I wish to Courtois a speedy recovery, and then give Lunin all the confidence in the world", said Carlo Ancelotti at a press conference.
Real Madrid signs midfielder Jude Bellingham, forwards Joselú, Brahim Díaz and Arda Güler and defender Fran García for this season, and this is the last year of coach Carlo Ancelotti in the White House. Now the club is ready to face their first match in the Spanish league against Athletic Bilbao.
The possible lineups of Athletic Bilbao against Real Madrid
Athletic: Unai Simón; De Marcos, Vivian, Paredes, Lekue; Vesga, Galarreta, Muniain, Sancet; Nico Williams and Inaki Williams.
Real Madrid: Lunin; Carvajal, Militao, Alaba, Fran Garcia; Tchouaméni, Valverde, Camavinga; Bellingham, Rodrygo and Vinicius.
