Real Madrid is facing a challenging moment after their recent exit from the Copa del Rey, suffering a painful defeat against Albacete. This early elimination has left a significant impact on the team and its supporters at Valdebebas. However, under the guidance of coach Álvaro Arbeloa, the team must quickly shift their focus as they continue their campaign in other competitions.
The upcoming match against AS Monaco is critical for Real Madrid to regain momentum. Scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, in Madrid at the iconic Bernabéu Stadium, the match will kick off at 15:00 in the United States, 14:00 in Mexico, and 21:00 in Spain.
Fans can catch the action across various networks: TUDN and Paramount+ in the United States, TNT Sports and TNT Go in Mexico, and Movistar Liga de Campeones in Spain.
In their last five outings, Real Madrid has had a mixed run, registering key defeats, including a 3-2 loss to Albacete and a 3-2 defeat against FC Barcelona. They also enjoyed a solid 2-0 win over Levante and a 2-1 victory against Atlético de Madrid, but with a second-place position in La Liga and four points behind FC Barcelona, they need a strong result against Monaco to revive their aspirations.
Meanwhile, AS Monaco, managed by Sebastien Pocognoli, is also looking to bolster their standings in the UEFA Champions League playoff spots. A victory at the Bernabéu would significantly enhance their chances, despite the challenges posed by several injured players, including stars like Takumi Minamino and Paul Pogba.
The potential line-ups reveal some gaps for both teams. For Real Madrid, Thibaut Courtois is set as the goalkeeper, supported by defenders Álvaro Carreras, Dean Huijsen, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Raúl Asencio. The midfield will feature Rodrygo, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham, and Federico Valverde, while Gonzalo García and Kylian Mbappé lead the attack. AS Monaco will counter with Philipp Kohn in goal, and a defensive lineup that includes Caio Henrique and Thilo Kehrer, while Aleksandr Golovin will serve as an attacking midfielder, supporting forwards Folarin Balogun and Mika Biereth.
Predictions indicate that Real Madrid is likely to overcome this recent slump and secure the three points against Monaco, potentially winning 2-0. As the team aims to bounce back, both players and fans hope for a turnaround to keep their season ambitions alive.