Real Madrid could take a massive step towards the Primera Division title should they overcome arch-rivals Barcelona in the Clasico on Sunday.
Los Blancos are currently eight points clear of Barca at the top of the table and could increase that gap to 11 should they win at Santiago Bernabeu.
Xavi's side have been on a good run domestically since the head coach announced his departure for the end of the season, so they are in better shape heading into the game than they would have been earlier in the campaign.
During the week, Madrid progressed to the last four in the Champions League, while Barcelona were eliminated by Paris Saint-Germain.
Real Madrid Team News
.David Alaba and Thibaut Courtois are long-term absentees due to serious knee injuries, but Madrid recently welcomed back Eder Militao from a similar issue.
Extra-time on Wednesday will have taken a lot out of the players, with Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior two of the players who had to be withdrawn due to fatigue. But, there won't be any major alterations from Carlo Ancelotti for such a big game.
Aurelien Tchouameni is available again after his Champions League suspension.
Key player: Real Madrid
Jude Bellingham has been a revelation since his move to Madrid and has very quickly established himself as a key player for Los Blancos.
Barcelona Team News
.Alejandro Balde and Gavi won't play again this season due to injury, but Xavi will have Sergi Roberto and Andreas Christensen back available after they both served suspensions in the Champions League loss to PSG.
Pedri is only very recently back from injury and toiled in the latter stages versus PSG, so he may be rested, with Roberto coming back into midfield.
Key player: Barcelona
Raphinha scored three goals over the two legs against PSG and is playing with a lot of confidence down that left-hand side.
Real Madrid vs Barcelona lineups
Real Madrid (4-3-1-2): Lunin; Carvajal, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Mendy; Kroos, Valverde, Camavinga; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr.
Barcelona (4-3-3): Ter Stegen; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Cancelo; Gundogan, De Jong, Roberto; Yamal, Raphinha, Lewandowski.
FAQs
What time does the match start? The match kicks off at 20: 00 BST on April 21, 2024.
Where is the match being played? The match will be played at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid.
Can I watch the match live in the UK? The game will be broadcast by Premier Sports and La Liga TV.
Who is the favourite to win? Real Madrid are favourites to win at home.
