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When Real Madrid hosts Osasuna at Bernabeu in Spain's top division on Saturday afternoon, they will be looking to make it four victories in a row across all competitions.
With 21 points from their first eight games, Los Blancos presently sit atop the La Liga standings, while Osasuna are in tenth place with 10 points after eight games in 2023–24.
Real Madrid has performed very well since losing to Atletico Madrid 3-1 in the Madrid derby on September 24. They have won their past three games in all competitions, including victories over Las Palmas and Girona in the league, and are currently atop the standings going into the upcoming slate of games.
The upcoming match will see the absence of Moi Gomez and Unai Garcia, and there are doubts about Johan Mojica's availability following his injury against Alaves. On the positive side, Ezequiel Avila is back after serving a suspension.
Jagoba Arrasate plans to stick with a 4-3-3 formation, with Sergio Herrera as the goalkeeper. Ruben Pena and Juan Cruz will be the full-backs, while Alejandro Catena and David García will form the central defense.
In midfield, 21-year-old Iker Munoz will partner with Jon Moncayola and Aimar Oroz to control possession and disrupt Real Madrid's midfield rhythm. Jose Arnaiz and Ruben Garcia will play as wingers, with Ante Budimir leading the attack.
Vinicius Junior's 2023/24 season didn't start as he hoped due to an initial lack of form and an injury that sidelined him for a while. However, he has made a comeback, featuring in the last two matches. The 23-year-old is expected to start in this home game, and based on his recent performance against Napoli, he could potentially have a significant impact on the outcome of the match.
Real Madrid is preparing to host Osasuna, who currently holds the 10th position in the league, as they aim for their eighth league victory. Osasuna, coming off a recent win, hopes to maintain their momentum and potentially upset Real Madrid.
Carlo Ancelotti's team has secured nine wins out of ten matches in the 2023/24 season. Although they may not be displaying the most impressive football, they consistently achieve positive outcomes. The return of Vinicius Junior has made them a more formidable team.
Real Madrid approaches this fixture with high spirits following their remarkable 3-2 victory against Napoli in the Champions League away match. They are in excellent form and are determined to sustain their momentum with another win.
In contrast, Osasuna has experienced a dip in form lately, having won only one of their last five games and losing three of them. Despite their poor performance, they currently occupy the 10th spot in the league with ten points.
Despite their overall struggles, Osasuna enters this game fresh from a rare 2-0 victory, which should boost their confidence. They are looking to put up a strong challenge against the league leaders. Additionally, The Hard Tackle provides an in-depth analysis of the upcoming match and attempts to anticipate the tactical strategies that may be employed.
However, Carlo Ancelotti faces some concerns ahead of the game, particularly in the defense department. Eder Militao is sidelined due to injury, Nacho is suspended, and the availability of David Alaba remains uncertain.
While Alaba is expected to recover in time, Antonio Rudiger may be the sole first-team center-back if Alaba is unable to prove his fitness. Furthermore, Arda Guler and Thibaut Courtois are still unavailable.
Real Madrid is anticipated to adhere to their 4-4-2 formation with an attacking midfielder positioned behind the front two. Kepa Arrizabalaga will continue in goal, with Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy as the full-backs. If Alaba is fit, he will likely partner with Rudiger in central defense.
Except for the defeat to Diego Simeone's team, Real Madrid has had a strong season so far. They've won seven out of eight league matches, amassing 21 points, which puts them one point ahead of Barcelona in second place. Carlo Ancelotti's squad has also won their first two matches in the Champions League group stage, with a 1-0 victory over Union Berlin and a 3-2 win against Napoli, putting them at the top of Group C with six points.
Jude Bellingham has been a standout performer for Real Madrid, scoring eight goals and providing three assists in nine appearances, including a goal and an assist against Napoli. He's also netted six La Liga goals in seven matches, making an impressive start to his time at the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid is determined to secure another victory before the international break and faces three key matches in late October against Sevilla, Braga, and Barcelona. Osasuna, on the other hand, hasn't defeated Real Madrid in any competition since January 2011 and lost 2-1 to them in the Copa del Rey final last season. While they managed to draw 1-1 at Bernabeu in La Liga last season, Osasuna will likely be the more rested team, having not played since their 2-0 league win against Alaves last weekend.
Osasuna finished seventh in La Liga last season but struggled with consistency, including a loss in the Europa Conference League playoff round to Club Brugge this season. Their league performance has been mixed, with three wins, one draw, and four losses in eight games, leaving them in 10th place on the table. Although Osasuna has had a challenging start to the season, their recent 2-0 win over Alaves could provide momentum and a positive result against Real Madrid might serve as a turning point for them.
