Real Madrid VS Chelsea: Teams News, Predicted starting XI, and Head to Head

Last updated: 2022/04/11 at 10:55 AM

Isaac Mbreye Quartey - Content Writer Published April 11, 2022

2 Min Read

Real Madrid VS Chelsea: Teams News, Predicted starting XI, and Head to Head

The two European giants will lock horns tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu to see who progresses to the next stage of the Champions League.

Real Madrid enters the tie with a 2 goal advantage after beating Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge. Karim Benzema was the star of the day scoring a Hat trick.

The Los Blancos have been on a good run of form winning with victories over Celta Vigo and Getafe in La Liga after the 4-1 defeat to their arch-rivals Barcelona.

Chelsea on the other hand has bounced back after two consecutive defeats at Stamford Bridge Conceding seven goals in the process.

Thomas Tuchel’s side showed character and responded well by beating Southampton 6-0 at the Saints Mary’s stadium.

Real Madrid team news

Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic will miss the tie again because of injury. Isco will not feature in the match after recovering from a back injury.

Meanwhile, Eder Militao who played part in Real Madrid’s victory over Getafe will not be involved in the match because of suspension.

Chelsea team news

Ben Chilwell and Calum Hudson-Odoi will not be available for the Real Madrid match because of injury.

Lukaku missed the Saturday trip to Saint Mary’s due to pain in the Achilles is doubtful for the match, while Cesar Azpilicueta won’t be available for the match after testing positive for Covid-19 on Friday.