Real Madrid announced the list of 22 players called up for the Supercopa of Espanha, which takes place in Jeddah, in Arábia Saudita. Sob under the command of Xabi Alonso, the merengue team faces Atlético from
The other semi-final takes place on Wednesday between Barcelona and Athletic Club. The final is scheduled for Sunday, with the winner of each match deciding the title at the Rei Abdullah stadium. The tournament maintains a four-team format, bringing together the main Spanish clubs in search of the first trophy of the season.
The cast traveled to Arábia Saudita after a training session in Madri. The delegation arrived at the host city focused on the knockout challenges.
Complete list of those called up
Real Madrid released the names divided by positions. The list includes a mix of experienced and promising base athletes.
- Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Fran González.
- Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Trent, Asencio, Carreras,
- Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouaméni, Arda Güler,
- Attackers: Vini Jr., Rodrygo, Gonzalo and Mastantuono.
This composition reflects Xabi Alonso’s tactical choices for the tournament. The coach prioritized versatility in all sectors.
Confrontation in the semi-final against Atlético
The duel against Atlético of Madrid renews one of the biggest rivalries in Spanish football. The teams have faced each other several times in official competitions, with games always balanced and intense.
The Rei Abdullah stadium hosts the match at 10pm local time. Broadcast on Espanha occurs via Orange TV and Movistar Plus+, reaching fans in several countries.
Tournament format and calendar
Supercopa of Espanha follows the current model with four participants. Barcelona and Athletic Club open the semifinals on Wednesday, at the same location.
The winner of the Real Madrid game advances to the final on Sunday. The tournament distributes significant prizes and marks the official start of the year’s competitive calendar.
Jeddah hosts the event for the seventh consecutive year. The agreement with the Spanish federation guarantees modern infrastructure and a large international audience.
Highlights in defense
The defensive line counts on the return of David Alaba after a recovery period. The Austrian reinforces the sector alongside Rüdiger and Mendy, forming solid options.
Trent Alexander-Arnold appears as a recent addition to the cast. The English full-back brings precision in crossing and high technical quality.
Dean Huijsen and Raúl Asencio represent base bets. Ambos have already accumulated minutes in the main season.
Young people like Carreras and David Jiménez complete the alternatives. Eles offer speed and projection for the immediate future.
Versatile midfield
The midfield sector features high-level international names. Jude Bellingham leads the group with game vision and ability to attack.
Fede Valverde contributes with dynamism and long-distance shots. Aurélien Tchouaméni guarantees defensive balance alongside Eduardo Camavinga.
Arda Güler and Dani Ceballos add creativity to the transitions. Thiago, with vast experience, guides the youngest in decisive moments.
Attack with speed
Vini Jr. and Rodrygo form the main speed duo at the ends. Ambos are in a good phase and decide games with dribbling and finishing.
Gonzalo García and Franco Mastantuono appear as young options. The Argentine Mastantuono, a recent signing, debuts in an official competition of this size.
Notable absences from the list
Kylian Mbappé is not part of those called up for the trip. The Frenchman is out for physical reasons, representing an important loss in the attack.
Other common names also do not appear in the list. Xabi Alonso opted for a reduced squad focused on the current conditions of the athletes.
Preparation in Jeddah
The delegation carried out initial activities in the host city. The local climate requires quick adaptation for optimal gaming performance.
Xabi Alonso conducted specific tactical training. The coach adjusts the team to the preferred system, exploring the characteristics of those called up.
Real Madrid’s recent history in the tournament
The merengue club has a winning tradition in the Supercopa. The team seeks to increase the number of titles in the reformulated competition.
Past confrontations against the Atlético have brought mixed results. Recent duels highlight balance and the need for total concentration.
Bets on young talents
Fran González appears as the third base goalkeeper. The young man receives a valuable opportunity alongside Courtois and Lunin.
Mastantuono is part of the attack with high potential. Sua inclusion signals the technical committee’s confidence in the training process.
Huijsen and Asencio gain space in defense. Ambos have demonstrated maturity in previous appearances for the first team.
Reinforced defensive sector
Carvajal and Fran García occupy the sides regularly. Eles guarantee offensive support without compromising protection.
Rüdiger and Alaba form an experienced core partnership. The duo recovers balls and starts plays with precise passes.
Mendy offers solidity on the left side. The Frenchman controls opposing advances with efficient marking.
Expectations for the confrontation
Real Madrid arrives motivated after positive results this season. The group focuses on winning to start the year with a trophy.
Atlético presents a well-known and organized challenge. The semi-final demands maximum attention from the opening whistle.
